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How To BOOST Your Cycling Fitness: a 7 Day Training Plan EVERY Cyclist Can Follow

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Source: yt comment - @xKillYourTVx https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFMQqX2c_eg&lc=Ugx3BTHkBlsapo1WICB4AaABAg

01:13 ️ πŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ Day 1: Activation Ride

  • Day 1: 1-hour activation ride with 3x 15-sec neuromuscular sprints.
  • Emphasis on staying in gear during sprints without shifting.
  • Easy spinning for the remainder of the hour.

02:52 ️ πŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ Day 2: Threshold Training

  • Day 2: 1.5-hour session featuring 3x 10-minute threshold sets.
  • Explanation of threshold intensity (95-105% of FTP or Zone 4).
  • Importance of warm-up, recovery, and cooldown during the session.

04:03 ️ πŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ Day 3: Full Recovery

  • Day 3: 1.5-hour recovery ride (Zone 1) following the intense threshold session.
  • Recommended intensity between 0-4 out of 10, focusing on complete recovery.
  • Emphasis on taking it very easy for effective recovery.

04:43 ️ πŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ Day 4: Rest Day

  • Day 4: Complete rest day, emphasizing relaxation and recovery.
  • Suggested activities include stretching, massage, and light chores.
  • No cycling or intense physical activity on this day.

05:27 ️ πŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ Day 5: Anaerobic Training

  • Day 5: 1.5-hour session with anaerobic intervals (5x 2 minutes or 8-10x 1 minute).
  • Intensity recommendations for the 2-minute and 1-minute intervals.
  • Advice on pacing and adjusting intensity for beginners.

07:46 οΈπŸš΄β€ Day 6: Endurance Ride

  • Day 6: 3-hour endurance ride or 1-hour recovery if fatigued.
  • Flexibility in making it a hard or easy ride based on individual feel.
  • Guidance to control intensity during group rides for better recovery.

08:55 οΈπŸš΄β€ Day 7: Recovery or Endurance

  • Day 7: Option for a 1-hour recovery ride or continuation of the 3-hour endurance ride.
  • Flexibility based on individual preferences and weekly engagements.
  • Reiteration of the importance of easy days and being mindful of recovery.
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