Winter Endurance Training Camp
January 30 – February 2, 2020
PCC’s third off-season camp is set to go from January 30 – February 2. Based in Victoria, BC, the focus will be on building endurance and fitness in a vibrant, stimulating group training setting. We will help you identify your training targets for the 2020 season using your fitness level as a benchmark. The long rides will boost your aerobic capacity for cycling disciplines such as road, track, MTB and triathlon. Led by PCC Head Coach Houshang Amiri, the daily rides are fully supported and include nutrition and hydration products.
Each camp includes a training presentation and topics in the past have included planning, recovery, cycling techniques and tactics, and fatigue/performance management. We occasionally also have guest speakers. Each presentation is followed by a Q & A session.
We welcome all level of riders from different cycling disciplines. Depending on the size of the camp riders will be divided into groups according to their level and ability.
What you need for the camp
Helmet, road bike with full fenders including an extension on the rear fender, and appropriate riding gear for wet conditions.
Camp Schedule (subject to change due to weather conditions)
All rides leave at 10:30 am from PISE (Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence), 4636 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria, BC (located on the left side of Commonwealth Pool). Please arrive 15 minutes beforehand at 10:15 am.
Thursday, January 30
Duration: ~4 hours
Aim: Fitness assessment ride, including Willis Point (hill climb) and Lands End ITT and base ride
5:00-6:30 pm, training presentation PISE board room (Commonwealth Pool location)
Friday January 31
Duration ~4-5 hours
Aim: Endurance ride with focus on cycling techniques and tactics leg speed and short sprints
5:30-7:00 pm, training presentation PISE board room (Commonwealth Pool location)
Saturday February 1
Duration ~4-5 hours
Aim: Climbing day with a focus on climbing and descending techniques
Sunday February 2
Duration ~4-5 hours
Aim: Endurance ride with pace line work and drills
Camp fee: $495 + GST (discount available for PCC registered athletes)
Deadline to apply: January 25
We need minimum of six riders by the deadline date. If we cancel you will receive a refund.
Other Services
When you register for any PCC camp you will receive a special rate on two of our many services.
Dynamic Bike Positioning. We use power metre and pedal stork analysis to maximize power transfer, pedaling efficiency and riding economy. This Includes shoe positioning and fitting your bike to your needs.
Camp price: $175.00
Maximal Aerobic Power (MAP) & Lactate Profiling. Maximal is the peak value that can be achieved by correlating cycling variables. MAP refers to the peak work rate or power that an athlete can sustain using primarily aerobic energy systems. It is different from a VO2max test since it focuses on sustainable power, and maximal oxygen consumption is not measured. This test is recommended for all cyclists using heart rate monitors and power meters to measure training intensity. This test uses established cycling protocol and the latest testing equipment and technology available. It will determine your aerobic fitness on the bike and your lactate will be sampled at the end of each stage of the test. Lactate is the by-product of glucose utilization by muscle cells and has significant impact on athletic performance. There are limits as to how the body can clear the lactate from the blood and within the muscle cells. It is important to determine the training target base on your lactate profile. After this test your coach will identify your specific training intensity targets for your training program based on your individual physiology, we pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses, and create a suitable training program for your needs and up-coming competition goals.
Camp price: $145.00
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