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Trail 20-30km Race Distance - 16 Week Plan with Cycling Cross Training (Beginner) (Cycle Power)

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Trail 20-30km Race Distance - 16 Week Plan with Cycling Cross Training (Beginner) (Cycle Power)

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Author

Cindy Schwulst

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Length

16 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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Plan Description

This 16-week training plan includes 8 sessions per week. (4 running sessions, 2 cycling sessions and 2 body weight, strength sessions per week.)

It involves 6hours 30min to 9hours of training per week and 1 rest day per week.

Running Sessions vary from 40min - 2hours 30min

Cycle Sessions are 1hour.

Interval sessions on the bike are designed for an indoor trainer with power. It is possible to do these sessions outside, but a power meter on your bike will then be required.

Cycling is great cross training for running - improving cardiovascular fitness, strength and reduces your chance of injury.

Home Strength Sessions are 45min, and include videos of the exercises. Gym access not required.

Stretching and Foam Rolling Videos are also included to optimise recovery.

This structured training plan uses Heart Rate, Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) and Power on the bike.

A two week taper in the training plan insures that you are fresh and fast on race day.

This plan is designed to get you in great shape for a 20-30km Trail Run.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x4
03:32:00 02:30:00
Strength x2
01:24:00 00:45:00
Bike x2
01:52:00 01:06:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
03:32:00 02:30:00
Strength
01:24:00 00:45:00
Bike
01:52:00 01:06:00
Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter
  • Heart Rate Monitor

All supported devices

Cindy Schwulst

Absolute Motion

I have a huge passion for sport and people and have been involved in a wide variety of sports from a young age. I have represented South Africa in Triathlon, Duathlon and Biathle. I have gained valuable experience over the years competing both locally and internationally. I have a desire to help athletes reach their full potential whether it be to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle or to compete internationally. I coach many local and national champions.


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