We have two freshly updated cycling training plans for mountain bike and cyclocross available for instant application to your training peaks calendar that are perfect to start in August to prepare for fall goals. Both are designed to get you ready for racing in 3 months or less so fall under the category of ‘specific preparation’ as opposed to base of ‘general preparation plans. These plans get you doing things that look like the event!
Time Limited MTB Endurance Training Plan

Get ready for a longer (3+hr) MTB Marathon or Ultra-Endurance Event with this minimalist plan. We know you want to do big amazing things but that sometimes you only have so much time!
We have had athletes use this for fall MTB marathons like Shenandoah and Austin Rattler, we have even seen it used for hillier and technical gravel events when the athletes want to ride mtb more in training or get more technical work in ahead of the event.
This plan includes some strength/core workouts and downloadable ‘structured’ workouts that can be used with zwift, garmin and wahoo devices.
The plan aims to keep total weekly hours under 8 hrs with options to extend when you have time and guidance to shorten where needed.
Get the Time Limited Marathon MTB Training Plan HERE

Cyclocross Specific Build Training Plan
3 months of Specific Preparation to get you ready for specific cyclocross work in the summer.
It includes guidance on skills and tactics and even ideas to build your own practice or incorporate into your local cyclocross practice.
It also includes 2 quick strength workouts using the new Training Peaks Builder.
This plan is best applied in August or September with the 2nd and 3rd months being more focused on racing and training between events.
Because cyclocross is variable with schedules and race dates some athletes will purchase a phone consultation or plan adjustment for this plan once they get it installed on their account so that the plan works even better!
Features Downloadable workouts for Garmin/Zwift/Trainer Road AND strength routines with Document for routine.
The plan is 8-12 hours a week with options noted to extend or reduce as your schedule dictates
Get the CX Build Plan here!
Are these plans not for you? Check out every Consummate Athlete Plan in the Training Peaks Library