The Century Ride: How To Train For A 100 Mile Bike Ride (+Training Plan)

A century ride is a 100-mile (160 km) bike ride. Most cyclists need 8–12 weeks of structured training to comfortably complete one — typical training averages 80–100 miles per week with at least one long ride building from 30 → 50 → 70 → 90 → century. Pacing matters: ride the first 50 miles at … Read more

Zone 2 Training: Cycling Endurance Training Guide

Zone 2 cycling sits at 65-75% of max heart rate or 56-75% of FTP — an effort where you can hold a full conversation. It builds aerobic base, mitochondrial density, and fat oxidation. Most pros spend 70-80% of weekly hours in Zone 2. Below, we explain how to find your Z2, how long to ride, … Read more