Cape to cape Ultimate - FTP Training

Become fitter, faster, and stronger in less time wth the FTP Training CLUB

12 Week Training Program - Cape To Cape Ultimate

Train smart = ride plan + gym sessions + personal coaching support.

Introducing your coach Sarah Hunter – a cycling coach and strength & conditioning coach with over 10 years of experience helping riders get stronger, fitter, and race-ready. I live in Margaret River, train year-round on the Cape to Cape trails, and have coached dozens of riders to successful finishes and personal bests in this legendary multi-day event.

This 12-week Ultimate Training Plan is for riders who want structure, strength, and race-day confidence — without needing full-time coaching. Whether this is your first Cape to Cape or you’re looking to ride stronger than last year, this plan provides the tools to help you train with purpose and show up prepared.

What Do You Get

A structured 12-week plan (Heart rate based) delivered in Training Peaks
2 MTB-specific strength sessions per week
A 20-minute 1:1 coaching call to answer any of your questions
Pacing, fuelling, and trail-specific prep tips throughout
Smart recovery built in — no junk miles, just purposeful training

This plan is built in progressive blocks to develop

Endurance and trail efficiency
Strength endurance and climbing capacity
MTB-specific intensity
A smart taper into race week

Training volume starts around 6–7 hours per week and builds to 10–11 hours at peak, with a balance of bike time, skill work, and gym sessions.

Gym sessions

You’ll get 2 gym sessions per week to build strength, mobility, and MTB-specific resilience. These are simple, effective workouts that complement your riding — ideal for preventing fatigue, not adding to it. Its designed to be able to do at home, you will need:

A long loop band
Short loop mini band
Some dumbbells

Coach call include

In the plan you’ll get a link to book a 20-minute coaching call with me. This is a chance for you to ask any questions relating to anything! For example, the training , race prep, race nutrition, the taper, the psychological aspects of racing to name a few.

Lets get started!

Ok then what are you waiting for, get out there and start training. Cape to Cape rewards those who arrive ready. This plan gives you the structure to ride with purpose, build week to week, and enjoy every stage — without overcomplicating your training.

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