Couch to 40k Time Trial - 16 Week Plan (+2 bonus weeks) (Zwift and TPVirtual Compatible)
Couch to 40k Time Trial - 16 Week Plan (+2 bonus weeks) (Zwift and TPVirtual Compatible)
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
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Length
18 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Plan Description
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This is a 16 week plan for a true beginner looking to train for a 40km time trial. This is also a great plan for any beginner to build up fitness to be able to produce a higher power for around an hour (AKA build up their FTP!). The first two weeks are "bonus weeks" for those who are literally coming off the couch and might need a slower buildup into longer rides and harder workouts. If you have been riding a decent amount or have good general fitness from running, rowing, or other endurance sports you can likely skip the first two weeks.
While this is technically a road cycling plan, this works great for all disciplines of cycling as a foundational plan to build up fitness. It is recommended to use a power meter, heart rate, and track your RPE throughout to start creating a history to look back on for future training.
If you have questions please reach out to me at grady@gv3coaching.com
Compatible with Zwift, TrainingPeaks Virtual, and other virtual platforms.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x5
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07:13:00 | 04:00:00 |
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Day Off
x2
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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07:13:00 | 04:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Power Meter
- Heart Rate Monitor
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- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
- Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
- If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More
Refund Policy
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