Five ways to improve your riding without having to train more
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This is how we see our riding
We don’t ride so we can train -
we ride to have amazing experiences
Proper training techniques aren’t just for the elite - they integrate into everyday riding
Our riding is a lifestyle choice - not a six week training program
The training should be enjoyable and fun -
enhancing our riding experience
Our riding is a lifestyle choice - not a six week training program
Riding is our mental medicine - a positive force in our lives
Sans Chaine is more than just a training program. It is a wealth of knowledge centred on the philosophy that cycling is a part of our lives. We celebrate our cycling
If that sounds right then Sans Chaine is the place for you - where every ride should be amazing
Who is Sans Chaine for?
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riders with a goal, an event they want to get ready for: it can be a fondo, race or trip.
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the rider who has been training for a while but isn't improving
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the rider who started recently and felt like things were going amazingly, until they hit the wall
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the rider willing to put in some time - getting better isn't a quick fix and takes time
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the rider willing to pay attention to details and try some new ideas
How does Sans Chaine work?
Let Sans Chaine guide you in choosing from a variety of training programs. Delivered via Training Peaks, with directions on how to use Zwift when necessary, The training program will walk you through the details of each training day.
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The training programs are enhanced by the inclusion of "knowledge" - blogs to help with all of the different areas that will make you a better ride. This is the true value of the Sans Chaine training. Skip making the usual training mistakes and dig into 30+years of cycling experience to accelerate your fitness and enjoyment of riding.
Training principles, riding technique, fuelling, breathing, equipment and help with the tech side of modern riding are all discussed. The knowledge is there to educate you. Make better decisions and celebrate your cycling. And most of all make sure that your training is consistent, which will lead to real change. Here are a few bits of knowledge to sample:
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The training should be enjoyable and fun - enhancing our riding experience
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Proper training techniques aren’t just for the elite - they integrate into everyday riding
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Our riding is a lifestyle choice - not a six week training program
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Our training should support longevity in the sport
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Riding is our mental medicine - a positive force in our lives
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Constantly learning and experiencing is part of the fun
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Our cycling should be inclusive, not every ride is a race