2009-2010 Ride and Glide Optional Training Program

Note: These are Training Plans, not a Training Group.  You are responsible for executing these workouts.  They will not be part of the regular Tuesday night instruction

Free preview of the Training Programs. Sept 29.  Come and get an introduction to the programs.  The October plans will be distributed on this night. Sign-up if you like what you see.  Held at Now Bikes St. Paul store 7:00 PM.    Please RSVP.  Training Plans are intended for club members.  Options may be available for non-members on a case-by-case basis.

The October plan is available for viewing on the sign-up web site.  Select "Ski_Training"

Overview

Maybe you've had training plans for other sports and you are new to skiing.  Or you just want to have a structured approach to fitness on skis.  Or you're an experienced skier and probably a racer.  You want to get fitter and faster.  You want to do better at the Birke or other marathon events this Winter.  The plan will be structured so it applies to whatever level your current fitness is at.  The difference between casual and serious (beginner and advanced) will be intensity and duration and rest and will be clearly spelled out.     Cost will be $75

 "Making the most of your time on Skis" 


Includes weekly training outlines from the first week in October to the Birkie, ski specific workouts, strength and technique drills.  Focusing  on a peak for late winter marathons if you're racing or just improving your fitness by the end of Winter. One weekly personal email/phone call for help if needed. Updated with monthly Q/A sessions to revise as necessary.  An e-mail group will be provided so you can talk and discuss the plans with fellow members and the head coach.


 "Quality vs. Quantity...more isn't always better"  


Optional blood lactate test to determine accurate training zones.
Additional  $100  (minimum need for this price 8 or more, otherwise,
$150, normally $200)

Note from Ben on commitment required (Ben Popp of Endurance Athlete)  Also an instructor for Ride and Glide

"The  Plan requires as much time as you want to give it. It will be presented to the group once a month (e-mail/online and in person at a place TBD) , the why�s, the how�s etc, then the rest is up to you the skier.  I rate each workout 1-6 in order of priority so if you end up only workout once,  you should do the �1� , not what happens to be on that given day.  To improve, it only requires 3-4 consistent, QUALITY workouts a week�well, really one can do as much or as little as they want�.I make it clear, the more consistent, quality work one does, the better one gets"