Team In Training's cycling program offers the opportunity to take on the challenge of 100 miles and make a difference in the lives of 785,829 Americans living with blood cancers.  Along with a customized training program and expert coaching, participants train with a local group of like-minded individuals for motivation and inspiration. 
 
TEAM IN TRAINING® (TNT) Offers cycling events during our Summer and Winter seasons.  Our next cycle event will be:

America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride ~ Lake Tahoe, Nevada ~ June 7, 2009

You do not need to purchase a brand new bike before our first group training session.  Team In Training participants have done centuries on all types of bicycles. Besides the bike, you must have a helmet to ride and equipment to deal with a flat while riding and a hydration system (water bottles & cages on the bike or a camelback type bladder). Steven's Bicycles and Tri-Sport are just a few of the Friends of Team In Training that will offer you discounts on these items just for being a member of the team.  The discounts are good for training apparel as well.

The Training Schedule
Our coaches provide workout schedules that break down the workout for each day. Mileage begins at 10-20 miles, depending on your current fitness level, builds to 80-90 miles, and finally tapers prior to your event. Longer workouts are scheduled on the weekends. This is a sample of what to expect on the training schedule:

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• Team endurance training every *Saturday (mileage begins at 10-20 miles, depending on your fitness level, and builds to 80-90 miles before tapering prior to event weekend)
• "Buddy Rides" on a weekday evening led by TNT mentors
• Interval training
• One to two rest days

The comprehensive cycle program also includes clinics on proper bike selection and fit, clothing, maintenance, injury prevention and safety as well as nutrition. Based on this schedule, three-four months of training, team participants will be able to comfortably finish their century or endurance ride.

The Benefits

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• Comprehensive training program
• Seminars and clinics on equipment, technique, skills and nutrition
• Access to professional coaches and team mentors
• Train as part of a team, support and camaraderie
• Train in honor of a TNT patient honoree
• Help improve the quality of life of patients and their families and cure blood cancers
• Event entry fee and team jersey
• Event weekend hotel accommodations
• Event weekend pasta and victory parties

...and a fun and meaningful experience you'll never stop talking about.

* Training days subject to change.