Check all the spokes are an even tension and not loose. If any are loose or broken, ask for some help from your local bike store. Do not ride with broken spokes. Check the brake pads are not worn down and the brake lever action is smooth. Seized and stiff cables should, as a minimum, be lubricated or, even better, replaced.
Check the tires are not worn or cracked because of old age and that they hold their pressure. A good pump is a worthwhile investment. Check the front headset bearing by putting on the front brake and trying to push the bike backward and forward. Looseness in the front steering indicates that some adjustment or new bearings might be required. Check the bottom crank bearing by holding the crank and trying to push and pull it away from the cycle sideways.
Looseness indicates that some adjustment or new bearings are required in the bottom bracket bearing. Finally, check that you can adjust the seat height by loosening the seat post clamp screw and sliding the seat post up and down. If it is seized, then some specialist attention might be required.
Beginning Training Schedule Having sorted out any issues with the cycle, we now turn to the proposed training schedule. Pedaling Technique At all times you should be pedaling with the ball of your foot on the pedal and your knees pointing straight ahead.
Track Your Progress Finally, keep a log in your diary or journal of what is planned and what you did. Cycling Weekly provides these training plans in collaboration with Dig Deep Coaching — a global coaching company that works with athletes of all levels across road, track, cyclo-cross and MTB. Whether you are taking part in your first ever Gran Fondo or aiming to compete in the professional peloton, Dig Deep Coaching offers personal coaching to help you build your training around your lifestyle and make sure every pedal stroke counts.
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Minimal sensation of leg effort. Relaxed breathing. Breathing is a little heavier than in Zone 1. Requires concentration to maintain. Breathing deeper and more rhythmic than in Zone 2.
Breathing too hard to chat. Breathing too hard to say more than the odd word or two. Otherwise, 1hr 30mins ride in big gear, pushing on inclines for the middle 40min section. Saturday ride if missed. Otherwise, 2hr ride with speed practice on descents and x 1min zone 5 efforts.
Bonus min morning ride Ride fasted and in high zone 2, either indoors or on moderate terrain. Wednesday 2hr ride Evening ride, intervals of 10mins equal work and recovery in zones 4 and 5, or chain gang; aim for mins of hard work. Aim for moderate terrain and work on your group riding skills.
Thursday Choice day Work on an area of weakness; you could do some extra morning fasted work up to 2hrs. Rest Two short sessions mins morning and evening. Morning ride fasted, evening ride with 8sec fast efforts every 5mins.
Stay in zone 2 on flats and do mins upper zones 3 and 4 work on hills. Stay in zone 2 on flats and zones 3 and 4 on the hills. Otherwise, 2hr ride with speed practice on the descents for the middle 40mins. Otherwise, 1hr 20mins ride in a big gear pushing on the inclines for middle 40min section.
A 30min light spin is optional on rollers or flat terrain. Rest Rest Tuesday 1hr ride, optional In the morning, fasted, at high zone 2 effort, indoors or on moderate terrain. Two short sessions mins am and pm. Do the morning ride fasted and the evening ride with an 8sec fast effort every 5mins. Aim for 30mins of hard work. Wednesday 1hr 30mins ride Zones 3 and 4 on the longest climbs you can find for a total of 30mins of controlled, hard climbing work. Thursday Choice day Work on an area you know is weakest; you could do some extra morning fasted work up to 2hrs.
Sunday Saturday ride if missed. Or 1hr 30mins ride with descending at speed practice and x 1min efforts in zone 5 with a mins spin recovery in between. Saturday ride if you missed it. Otherwise, do a 1hr 20mins ride , practising descending at speed for 30mins. Goal Event. Find out how you can boost your performance, …. Kit yourself out. You don't have to spend a fortune on cutting-edge or lightweight gear, but a helmet, lights, water bottle and padded shorts are essential. As the plan progresses, you may also want to invest in a comfortable jersey, dedicated shoes and pedals, and a breathable-yet-waterproof jacket.
Head-to-toe kit for riding in sportives Taking part in an organised ride this summer? Check your nutrition and fitness levels. A structured exercise programme can be a shock to the system — if you have any worries about your fitness, consult a doctor before starting.
The 8-week couch-tomiles training plan. This is a numerical indication of how hard you should be working, ranging from RPE 1 minimal effort through to RPE 10 maximum effort. For the majority of the sessions, you should be working at a pace comfortable enough to hold a light conversation, but at some points the plan will push you harder for short periods. This beginner's cycling table will change your life. Click here to view and download the training plan as a PDF.
Week 1. This first week is all about building confidence and comfort. On a flat, steady route away from heavy traffic, use each ride to check your bike's set-up. Make sure that you are happy with the way your body positioning feels when riding and make adjustments if necessary.
Week 2. Fix any issues that may have occurred in Week 1 and check your tyres for debris and potential punctures after every session.
Hydration is important on longer rides, so take a drink every minutes.
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