ROUVY and CoachCat designed this structured two-block training plan specifically for cyclists in training for the Life Time UNBOUND Gravel 50, a shorter race that’s part of the legendary Unbound Gravel event held each spring in Emporia, Kansas.
THE UNBOUND GRAVEL 50 TRAINING PLAN BY ROUVY
This 12-week gravel cycling training plan from ROUVY and CoachCat is designed to get you race-ready for the UNBOUND Gravel 50. Progress through two structured blocks of gravel race training – from sweet-spot base building to race-specific intensity – all from your indoor trainer. Start your gravel bike workout plan today with a free 7-day ROUVY trial.
UNBOUND GRAVEL 50: Block 1
Block 1 builds the foundation of your gravel cycling training plan. You’ll take on six weeks of structured endurance and sweet-spot sessions designed to improve aerobic capacity and fatigue resistance for gravel race training.
UNBOUND GRAVEL 50: Block 2
Block 2 focuses on race-specific gravel race training, with targeted intensity sessions that sharpen your fitness and prepare you for the demands of UNBOUND Gravel 50.
ABOUT THE UNBOUND GRAVEL 50
The UNBOUND Gravel 50 race offers a challenging-yet-accessible distance for cyclists who want to experience the spirit of gravel without tackling the 200-mile route that headlines the Life Time UNBOUND Gravel presented by Shimano. Known as the world’s premier gravel event, UNBOUND annually draws nearly 5,000 riders from all 50 states and 38 countries.
It’s easy to SYNC ROUVY AND YOUR FAVORITE FITNESS APPS
ROUVY can seamlessly sync with the leading fitness platforms such as CoachCat, allowing you to track your outdoor and indoor efforts in one place. It’s easy to sync your data, plan workouts, communicate with athletes on other platforms, earn points for your ROUVY Career based on your outdoor rides, and more.
GRAVEL GRINDERS CAN GET RAcE-READY WITH rouvy
The ROUVY indoor cycling app is a great way to prepare for your next race, be it gravel, road or triathlon. Choose from pro-designed training plans and workouts tailored to improve your VO2 Max, FTP, climbing performance, cadence and more. The app has options for cyclists of all levels.
BENEFITS OF CYCLING WORKOUTS ON ROUVY
ROUVY is the only place you can ride virtual Life Time Events race courses.
You can use ROUVY to ride the workouts you’ve planned on CoachCat, enhancing the experience with real-world routes and data-driven training sessions.
Boost your fitness with easy-to-follow workouts on real routes.
Full metrics and analytics, including cadence, power output, heart rate and more.
Training programs and workouts that are suitable for beginners.
START training on rouvy in 3 easy steps
1
Create a ROUVY account
Sign up, and then download the ROUVY app (available for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android and Apple TV).
2
Connect your trainer
It’s easy to connect your indoor smart bike, direct-drive or classic trainer.
3
Begin riding
Start training on real routes around the world today with a free 7-day trial!
1
Create a ROUVY account
Sign up, and then download the ROUVY app (available for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android and Apple TV).
2
Connect your trainer
It’s easy to connect your indoor smart bike, direct-drive or classic trainer.
3
Begin riding
Start training on real routes around the world today with a free 7-day trial!
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