This 12-week plan is perfect for the cyclist aiming to build or maintain base fitness. The plan helps you establish a training routine and it can be used as an endurance-building routine to prepare for longer rides. (Century rides, local weekend group rides or multi-day tours.) Go into the season stronger and faster by maintaining your fitness.
The goals of this plan include:
Establish a fitness routine and stick with it - consistent training
Improve your five-mile aerobic time trial average speed or average power in 12 weeks
Lift weights and change the routine to improve cycling strength