Training special 2021 - Everesting, losing weight, more speed, long distance, racing

In times of pandemic, endurance sports are a real ray of hope - and during a lockdown, the feeling of freedom on two wheels is particularly great. As nobody knows what the season will look like, we have adapted our training special to the special conditions: self-set goals as the highlight of the season, flexible training plans in case a race participation is spontaneously possible - and reduced weekly plans for all those who have previously avoided structured training. After all, the transition from "just cycling for fun" to structured training is fluid. After all, a little more structure leads to even more fun - and also to finally achieving a few things that you've been wanting to do for a long time: lose weight, get faster or complete 200 kilometres. For those who appreciate structured training by nature, the second part of the special serves as a seasonal timetable (from p. 16). Here, too, we have geared the training plans towards self-defined goals; we have trimmed the race plans for even more flexibility: This allows you to prepare for a wide variety of competitions at short notice and make the most of this season. TOUR wishes you the greatest possible freedom on and off the bike - and that you don't lose the fun of the most beautiful hobby in the world!

Contents of the training special

• TRAINING FOR EVERYONE: Why it's worthwhile for everyone to follow a plan - and what really matters. Try it out!
• GOAL: HIGHER TEMPO: How to really get faster in just a few weeks with varied training
• GOAL: LONGER DISTANCES: Finally break 100, 200 or even 300 kilometres? You can do it with these tricks and this training programme
• GOAL: LESS WEIGHT: Do you want to lose weight? The road bike helps enormously. Read how to eat and train to lose a few pounds
• FUNCTIONAL TRAINING: Many people are at home more than ever. We show you the best exercises for road cyclists that will keep you fit despite working from home - and ideally complement your bike training
• TRAINING FOR CRACKS: Do you want to train more intensively, achieve higher goals, compete in a race? The most important tips for advanced training - plus a do-it-yourself performance test
• BASIC KNOWHOW: Everything you need to know to organise your training zones correctly and understand the training plans
• EARLY YEAR BASE: With these nine-week plans, you can get started right away. They will prepare you for whatever comes next. For two levels
• GOAL: EVERESTING: For climbing enthusiasts: we'll get you fit for 8,000 metres of climbing in twelve weeks - or 1,800 metres in four weeks
• DESTINATION: RACING: A marathon or everyman's race is taking place after all? How to prepare - in eight, four or just two weeks
• TEST: POWERMETER: The best training control is achieved by measuring watts. We tested seven power meters under 1,000 euros

You can download the complete 32-page training special below for €3.99 or in the TOUR app for iOS and Android.

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