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Training for The Mountain Races 2026

Thes plans are designed individually and specifically for the each Mountain Race, providing a progressive bikepacking training program to prepare you for the race. In addition, an online planning module offers resources and actionable tasks to support your race planning and kit selection.

These plans have been proven to deliver the optimal balance of training load, with a primary focus on preparing you for the off-road aspect of the Mountain Races and come with first hand experience from Peta.

Dual mode delivery

 

Preparing for the Mountain Races (Atlas, Hellenic, Silk Road and Taurus) requires more than just following a standard training plan—it involves comprehensive, thoughtful planning and includes strength training. To prepare well this training plan uses a dual-mode approach: your workouts will be delivered through Training Peaks, while all off-the-bike preparation is handled on a dedicated online platform.

This online resource is organised into modules, providing you with everything you need for effective planning so you won’t have to search endlessly on Google. Each race is benchmarked for it's key characteristics so you are preparing the correct elements for each race's unique requirements. Alongside helpful materials, you’ll find clear, actionable tasks to help you prepare every aspect of your race. I’ll also be monitoring your progress to help keep you on track and ensure you’re ready come race day. It is tailored for Tour Divide offering the resources you need to prepare for the race. This plan comes with first hand knowledge of training and preparing for a Mountain race.

dual package

Here are your options for training for a 2026 Mountain Race.

Traditional coaching - Fundamental level
CHF
150
Per month

This plan gives you a dual mode system to training and prepare for a Mountain Race 2026.

  • Designed around a proven training formula for Tour Divide
  •  Workouts delivered monthly according to your availability to train
  • Workouts via Training Peaks
  • Planning for the race via an online portal
  • Training and Planning progress monitored online
  • Calls topics directed by your information requirements
Pre-start tests to set training zones
Set your race goals
Basic historical training analysis to set training intensity and volume
Delivered monthly with 2 adjustments per month
Resources for planning delivered via online modules
Feedback via Training Peaks and online portal
1 video call every 2 months
Traditional coaching - Advanced level
CHF
250
Per month

This plan gives you a dual mode system to training and prepare for a mountain race in 2026. 

  • All the features of the Fundamental level
  • Define Tour Divide goals and how to achieve them
  • Workouts delivered monthly or weekly depending on your needs
  • Workouts via Training Peaks
  • Planning for the race via an online portal if required
  • More face-to-face time for topics you need to discuss
  • Best activated with a call to discuss your needs
All features from Fundamental plan, plus
Detailed race goals discussed
Historic training analysed via WKO
Proposed areas of training to meet goals
Delivered weekly or monthly with 4 adjustments per month
1 video call every 3 weeks
Race plan - preset with group calls
CHF
110
Per month

This plan gives you a dual mode system to training and prepare for a Mountain Race in 2026. You can pick your race when you buy a plan.

  • Pre-designed, full race plan that is race proven for Tour Divide
  • Delivered in 4 week modules
  • You follow the plan as proposed
  • Adjusted to your goals and current endurance level
  • Workouts via Training Peaks
  • Planning for the race via an online portal
  • On-line feedback for workouts
  • Monthly group calls
  • Can purchase 1:1 call when needed
Pre-designed plan, you can move workouts if needed
Pre-start tests to set your zones
Plan adjusted to your fitness and endurance level
Group call to discuss current planning or training phase
Option to buy 1:1 coach call
Can upgrade to traditional coaching if needed

Going the distance, together!

Not just for those at the front end of the race. I help all levels achieve their race goals.