How To Train Like A Pro Cyclist – Structure Your Winter Training Like A Pro

Have you heard of reverse periodisation? It's the latest trend in pro cycling – and it could change how you ride this winter.
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Structure is everything when it comes to winter training. A good, structured training programme will help you to make the most of the time that you have to train, help you to peak for your goals, and, ultimately, help you to achieve your cycling goals too.

Things like 'reverse periodisation', pioneered by Team Sky's Tim Kerrison, core training could be just the change that you need to get more out of your winter training. That said, most pros will maintain some traditional base miles.

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