Prerequisites
The Team In Training® (TNT) cycle programs are open to participants
with any and all levels of biking experience and fitness level - from absolute
beginners to experienced racers. Within each program, participants are divided
into groups by preferred riding speed.
Location
Cycle teams are divided into regional teams
throughout the greater Bay Area. North Bay team trainings are held in
Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, and San Mateo counties.
South Bay team trainings are held in San Mateo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz
counties.
Monterey and Santa Cruz regional team trainings are held throughout Aptos,
Pacific Grove, Salinas, Santa Cruz and Monterey.
Training Program
TNT cycle coaches have designed
three-to five-month training programs that prepare participants for the
rides and tours. Participants will train and work directly with the coaches
at biweekly training sessions. (Coaches are also available throughout the
week to answer training- and fitness-related questions.) There will be one
coached workout every two weeks, usually on Saturday. Additionally, there
will be "buddy rides" on the non-coached weekends and midweek led by
assistant coaches and other volunteers.
Participants receive complete workout schedules for the season. Three
levels of program are provided for participants with different levels of
cycling skills and experience. The program consists of daily workout
schedules, team workouts on alternate Saturdays and occasional weeknights,
clinics on nutrition, proper bike and clothing selection, injury prevention
and fitness psychology.
A typical week schedule for our cycle program features:
- Team endurance training every other weekend (mileage begins at 10-15
miles and builds to 75-80 miles before tapering prior to event weekend)
- Informal buddy rides organized on weekends opposite coached team
trainings
- Two days of interval training on your own or in a group (can be done in
spin class, on stationary bike or on the road)
- One to two days of strength training on your own
- One rest day
Coaches
The TNT cycle programs offers a qualified
and dedicated group of cycle trainers. Our coaches were selected for their
experience, professionalism, knowledge and enthusiasm, as well as their
devotion to the cause. All have extensive coaching experience and have
proven themselves in numerous athletic endeavors.
Mentors
TNT cycle members will be matched in an
approximate eight to one ratio with a past TNT participant. The mentor will
serve as a resource and peer advisor, encouraging team
members throughout the training and fundraising season.
Honorees
TNT cycle teams train and raise funds in
honor of a local resident who has been affected by a blood cancer. Your
honoree becomes your inspiration as you work toward goals that will better
both of your lives. We provide each cycle participant with a wristband to
wear with the team honoree' s name.
Next Step
For more information about training with our teams in the
Peninsula, South Bay, Santa Cruz or Monterey
areas:
If you are interested in training with
teams in the North Bay, East Bay or San Francisco areas,
click here.
