Plan Stacking Question

[scottkor]

My main goal for next year is to finish the Cascade Creampuff in a respectable time on my singlespeed.  I'd also like to race the local XC series (March to June) and a few 30/60 mile races to keep the training interesting.

My history:  I attempted the CCP in 2007 with the 100 mile finisher plan, and just didn't have enough speed to finish in the required time.  In 2008 I finished the CCP after doing your expert time crunched cross country plan.  In 2009 I tried to complete the 100 mile personal best plan and then the CCP on my SS, my training fell apart in the last 1/2 of the plan, and weather was horrible that day (and there was a keg and a fire at 50 miles) leading to me dropping out.

I haven't done much since, just regular recreational riding.  I'm 38 years old and 20lbs heavier than I was in 2008. 

What plans should I stack to achieve my goals?

Right now I'm thinking:

Cat 2 Base/Cat Build Peak Race/100 Mile Personal Best or

SS Base/SS Build Peak Race/100 Mile Personal Best

I'm a little concerned about getting burned out over the winter if I'm riding too much in the rain and dark.

[Lynda]

Scott,

I recommend you stack the following plans to land at CCP ready to set a PR this year on your SS.

Weight Loss and Base Training Plan 

LW Coaching SINGLE SPEED Cross Country Mountain Bike Base Training Plan 

100 Mile Mountain Bike Race – Personal Record Plan

The first plan has some cross training in which goes a long way towards keeping your body fit and balanced and avoiding mental bike-burnout.

Lynda

[scottkor]

Lynda,

 

I'm currently in week 3 of the weight loss and base training plan.

 

2 things occurred recently.  I got stitches in my hand, so I'm off the bike for a week, and the CCP100 date got announced as July 1, a week early than I had planned.

 

My question is where should I shave a week in the 3 training plans you have listed above?

 

Thanks,

Scott

[Lynda]

Ouch – stitches in your hand does not sound good!

Chop a week off the end of your Weight Loss and Base Training Plan

Lynda 

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