About the Plan
The best way to prepare for the Leadville 100 Trail Mountain Bike Race is with our specialized training plan, designed for intermediate and advanced riders. This comprehensive 7-month plan kicks off on January 1st and culminates on race day in August. While starting in January offers the best preparation, the plan can also be adapted for a later start in Feb-May (guidance is included for late starters)
Is This Plan Right for You?
- Tailored for Leadville: Specifically designed to prepare you for the demands of the Leadville 100 Trail, ensuring you are physically, technically, tactically, and logistically ready for the climbing, altitude and extended endurance required for bucket list event.
- Flexible Training Volume: Train between 6-15+ hours per week, with adaptable options to suit your schedule, goals and fitness level.
- Event-Specific Focus: The plan is tailored exclusively for the Leadville 100 and includes guidance gleaned from our experience with the event and many tips/experience from athletes like you who have taken on this burly event!
Plan Highlights
- Structured Workouts: Includes downloadable workouts compatible with Zwift, Garmin, and more. Some sessions are unstructured to allow for flexibility and focus on real-world pacing.
- Preparation and Notes: Offers detailed notes on pacing, nutrition, and technical aspects to enhance your race-day success.
- Holistic Approach: Incorporates core routines, cross-training and yoga sessions to support overall fitness and recovery.
- Customizable Training: Provides flexibility to adjust workouts based on your personal schedule, fitness level, and goals.
