Build phase of training

Build phase of your training

We move from the PREP phase which has prepared your body for this phase, the ‘build’. As the title suggests we start to move up a gear now. We increase volume/intensity/power (all sensibly!) while maintaining the integrity of the prep phase.

BUILD phase training = Improving fitness/speed and endurance

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Focus
– Explosive power, improved co ordination, cardiovascular conditioning and increased duration

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A breakdown by discipline

– Strength – Posture, mobility and stability, coordination, plyometrics

– Swimming – Hone swim with speed and threshold work (when we can) swim cords are a good idea right now

– Bike – Strength and power via high torque, low RPM sessions and short high intensity

– Run – Power and speed via hill, track (or similar) and endurance sessions

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Tips for phase
– Still be patient. Sessions are not tests, we are still wanting consistent training , stay away from the temptation of superhero workouts. Don’t ignore fatigue or niggles, skip strength or the recovery process

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Success for the phase
– A ramp up in fitness progress and the ability to set yourself up for race specific workouts near the end of the phase