What's Included?
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12 Week Plan
Delivered on Training Peaks, your comprehensive 3 phase training plan that will help you improve as a cyclist, becoming faster, stronger and more complete. These sessions can be completed indoors or out on the road and are easy to follow
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Strength, Nutrition & Mind Coaching
Get expert support, advice and tips from our panel of experienced Ride Harder coaches, delivered via Training Peaks. Included is a strength & conditioning plan you can do at home or in the gym, yoga plan, nutrition tips, and other quick wins for improvement
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Yours to Keep, Forever
I follow the basis of this 12 week plan every winter to keep myself fit and in good shape to complete the multiple events, races and guiding tours I do throughout the year!
Keep your FTP updated, and this plan is the most complete and valuable winter plan you can do again and again to keep getting fitter
Hit my biggest ever FTP!
This plan helped me avoid inefficient training and make the most of every session. It also gave me a solid understanding of each workout’s purpose and how periodisation works. The volume was manageable and flexible enough to fit around life, without missing key sessions. It’s ideal for both those new to coaching—offering a cost-effective intro to structured training—and experienced athletes who want more control. I’ve followed it year after year with continued improvements and highly recommend it to anyone ready to #TrainSmart and #RideHarder.
I am five weeks into the Ride Harder Plan and am loving it.
I’m a total novice and had never followed a plan before—thought it might be too advanced. But after getting a Wattbike, this has been perfect for structured training. It offers far more than generic plans on other platforms, with James explaining the purpose behind each session plus loads of extra content like strength work and stretches. I’m not sure if my FTP has increased yet, but I love having a clear focus, and I’ve already seen results—weight and fat down, muscle up—even over Christmas! Totally recommend this plan.
It seemed like a big leap for me to go from cycling for fun...
From FTPs to Threshold Zones and ERG mode, it’s full-on training—but honestly, the best decision I’ve made for my cycling. The sessions are progressive, and I loved the simplicity of the tech for tracking progress and staying accountable. There’s no way I’d have made the same fitness gains or benefited from the targeted training without the plan and support from James. If you’re on the fence, I’d 100% recommend Ride Harder—just take the plunge!
The Smarter way to Train
Month 1
Economy
Pedal like a Pro and gain a CAN DO mindset while building base fitness
In this first phase, you'll set personal training zones and build long-term healthy habits. Sessions focus on refining pedal technique and boosting efficiency, while also developing a strong, positive cycling mindset.
Month 2
Lactate Threshold
SMASH your previous Functional Threshold Power (FTP)
This phase boosts your threshold power and endurance. As training ramps up, the Academy Community keeps you motivated. You'll also learn nutrition tips to fuel performance and speed up recovery.
Month 3
Aerobic Capacity
RAISE your cycling fitness ceiling to never seen new heights!
With a solid base in place, this phase is all about pushing your limits through focused interval training. Workouts become more challenging, but you’ll continue to build on smart training principles—balancing intensity with recovery, wellness, and nutrition. By the end, you’ll not only be faster and fitter, but also armed with the habits and knowledge to Live Longer & Ride Further.