Which training plan is best for me?
Chat with a coach on our Athlete Support Forum.
Can you give me a discount on my training plans?
Currently we have no discount offers for purchasing multiple plans. Managing discounts and discount codes is very time-consuming. We elect to put our time available into producing high quality training programs, having time available to support our forum, being available to help athletes set up season plans and answering their training questions while on any LW Coaching plan at no additional cost. We elect to put our time into service and quality over discounts.
Is the FREE Basic version of TrainingPeaks compatible with your LW Coaching MTB training plans?
Yes!
TrainingPeaks explained: TrainingPeaks has two subscriptions: Basic (free) and Premium (paid). Browse this table to compare features and pricing. A Premium (paid) account is not required to use an LW Coaching mtb training plan. You can purchase, apply and view any training plan with a Basic (free) account. If you want to move workouts around on dates in the future to accommodate scheduling conflicts, a Premium account is required. Switching between accounts types is available. You never lose your training plan no matter how many times you switch your account between Premium and Basic. Have more questions about TP vs PDF formats? Ask on our Athlete Support Forum!
What calculation method should we use when setting heart rate zones in TrainingPeaks? I see several 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 TrainingPeaks? I see several options.
Use the LW Coaching heart rate zone and power level calculator. On Training Peaks and in WKO+ software select Coggan Power Levels
Do I need the Training Peaks subscription? How does that work?
On TrainingPeaks you can use a free Basic account or a Premium subscription account. Compare features here.
What is the best way to customize a mountain bike training plan to match my schedule and meet my own personal goals?
You can buy a mountain bike training plan and modify it on your own, or schedule a consult with coach Lynda to assist with customization. With a TrainingPeaks Premium subscription you can use the tools on their site to help. I often consult with athletes following a mountain bike training 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! Ask training plan questions at any time on the LW Coaching Athlete Support forum or schedule a phone consult for a more in-depth review. Contact lynda@lwcoaching.com to schedule a phone consult.
Does the plan account for my personal, work or racing schedule?
No. These training plans are ready-made, 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. If you need to switch days and are unsure the best way to adapt your plan, post a questions on our Athlete Support Forum and a coach will advise you.
I still have questions about which plan is best for me. Can you help?
Certainly! Post your question on our Athlete Support forum.
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 lower cadence?
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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