What calculation method should we use when setting heart rate zones in TrainingPeaks? I see lots of options.
Use the LW Coaching heart rate zone and power level calculator. On Training Peaks select Joe Friel Cycling Heart Rate Training Zones

What calculation method should we use when setting power levels in WKO+? I see lots of options.
Use the LW Coaching heart rate zone and power level calculator. On Training Peaks select Coggan Power Levels

Do I need the Training Peaks subscription? How does that work?
You may purchase the plan directly as a pdf or purchase it through Training Peaks. With each training plan purchased on Training Peaks you receive a free 7 day trial of Training Peaks. It comes with lots of nice features and added extras but it is not required to follow your plan. If you decide you do not want to continue with the TP subscription after the free trial simply cancel it. You will be able to log in to TP using the same username and password to view your plan in the free log only mode. You will always be able to see and use your plan. It is never lost to you.

Here are the official TP terms of use:
By purchasing this plan, you will automatically be given a 7-day free trial of a TrainingPeaks.com Full Subscription with which to use the training plan. You must cancel within the first 7-days after obtaining the plan to avoid being charged a monthly recurring fee of $16.99 for use of the Full Subscription. You may continue to use the plan in its entirety without further obligation if you cancel. By canceling, your account will be placed in our free, Log-Only mode and you will still have full access to the training plan. If you do not cancel within the first 7 days, you will be billed $16.99 per month until you cancel your subscription. You may cancel your subscription at any time to prevent further billing. Upon cancellation, you will have full access to your account through the remainder of your subscription term. When your subscription ends, your account will enter Log-Only mode. Since you always maintain access to the data stored in your account, you can renew your subscription at anytime without opening a new account. All sales of the training plans are final and non-refundable. The plans are delivered in their entirety to you, online through your TrainingPeaks.com online calendar. You can view and modify your account settings at any time by logging in and clicking “My Account” under the “Preferences” menu, or contact us at: support@TrainingPeaks.com.

So what does the TrainingPeaks subscription get me?
With the TP subscription you have the same username and password and log in the same way. The difference from the free log only mode is the special TP tools are enabled with a subscription. These include a food log and dietary analysis tool, heart rate, GPS and power download and data analysis tools, access to the message board to ask coaches questions, training planning tools and lots more.

What is the best way to customize a Pre-Built mountain bike training plan to match my schedule and meet my own personal goals?
You can buy a Pre-Built mountain bike training plan and modify it on your own. With a TrainingPeaks subscription (optional with LW Coaching plans) you can use the tools on their site to help. I often consult with athletes following a pre-built plan and work with them to customize it to their specific schedule and goals. Everybody is a little different which is one of the challenges of publishing a generic mountain bike plan. LW Coaching consults are $90.

Is there continued support for me once I have purchased the plan?
Yes, you can post training plan questions at any time on the LW Coaching forum or schedule a phone consult for a more in depth review. Use the Contact button on the menu bar above to schedule a phone consult.

Does the plan account for my personal, work or racing schedule?
No. These training plans are generic, in that they are not specific to one individual or race schedule. You essentially pull the training plan off the shelf and apply it to your season, working your race schedule into the plan.

I still have questions about which plan is best for me. Can you help?
Certainly! Please contact me and I’ll get back to you right away!

How do you perform the spin ups?
Slowly increase your cadence (or spin-up) to max rpm or the rpm recommended in the workout description over 30 seconds. When you begin to lose form and bounce back-off and then hold it.

If I can’t hold the cadence up at 90 rpm on the one legged drills is it OK to drop it?
One leg pedaling drills are to improve pedaling form. Drop the cadence to the rpm where you can do them with perfect form. Over the duration of the training plan work to bring this cadence back up. Perfect form is a higher priority than hitting the recommended cadence.

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