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9-weeks to a 50-mile ride--novice

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9-weeks to a 50-mile ride--novice

Author

Karen Buxton

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Length

9 Weeks

Plan Description

This 9-week novice training plan is for the beginning cyclist looking to successfully complete a 50-mile ride. The athlete using this plan enjoys cycling and is currently cycling a few days per week, either on a stationary bike, in a spin class or outdoors. The athlete should be able to ride outdoors several times per week for at least 45-60 minutes to begin this plan.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike x4
04:32:00 03:30:00
Day Off x2
—— ——
Strength x2
00:28:00 00:15:00
X-Train x2
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
04:32:00 03:30:00
Day Off
—— ——
Strength
00:28:00 00:15:00
X-Train
—— ——

Training Load By Week


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Karen Buxton

Coachbuxton.com

I work with triathletes, duathletes, runners, swimmers and endurance cyclists from first-timers to elites.

One-on-one premium level-$350 per 4-week block +$200 start-up fee; Quarterly level- $500 per 12-week block +$200 start-up fee; Basic level-$225 per 12-week block +$175 start-up fee; pre-built plans (prices vary); hourly phone consultation & individual training sessions available. For more information email me at karen@coachbuxton.com


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