Sample Workout (Week 5 – Intermediate Bike)
Goal: Develop sustained power and muscular endurance at race pace
Warm-Up:
5 min easy spin (Z1)
3×30s high cadence (100+ RPM) / 30s easy spin
Main Set:
3×10 min @ Z3 race cadence (85–95 RPM)
2 min easy spin between efforts
Cooldown:
5 min light spin (Z1)
Mindset Cue: “Strong cadence, smooth breath, no wasted energy.”