…I have been dying to tell you how psyched I am about my improvement with
riding since starting the century training. I've really noticed this week
how much of an impact our little Sunday rides have had on everything from
speed to pacelines. While doing my weekday solo training rides I've found
myself riding right behind strangers and not even thinking anything of it,
and the routes that use to seem sooo long to me now don't feel long enough.
As of yesterday, I feel like I am at the "fitness" level I was at when
living (riding) in New Mexico (the most intense riding I ever did, or so it
felt), and the exciting part about that is that I feel like I'm just getting
started! |
Training Programs :: Century Cycling Training 
Century Cycling TrainingSummer 2008
New for 2008! For the more adventurous cyclist who's trained through the winter and spring, join us as we train for one of the more unique and challenging cycling events in the midwest: "Baraboo's Intentionally Torturous Century of Hills" Ride! Climb over 10,000 feet on this 100 mile ride through the rolling hills of the Baraboo bluffs. If that sounds fun to you, then our new, 10-week training program will get you ready for it! (Program runs from May 4 through July 12). Follow the links below to find out about this innovative, fun, successful program!
Kickoff Party – Friday, May 2nd6:30–8:00pm Hosted at Get a Grip Cycles Let's kick this season off in style! Come have some munchies, beer, wine or soda and meet the coaches and your fellow riders. We'll go over the program and answer any and all of your questions. You'll go home with a copy of the training schedule and a goody bag with some fun stuff from our sponsors. You'll also get to meet the fine folks at Get a Grip Cycles — see why they have such a great reputation in Chicago! Program BenefitsNot only do you get to have a lot of fun, but you also get a ton of great stuff! Check it out:
Minimum RequirementsIn order to provide the best training experience for everyone in the program, we need to make sure everyone is ready for it. These are the suggested minimum requirements:
Training Days & LocationsGroup training sessions are held every Sunday morning, May 4 through July 12 (10 weeks). For a little more detail on what happens at those sessions, read on... Sundays – 7:00am at Foster Avenue Beach (meet in the parking lot next to the Foster Avenue Beach House, at Lakeshore Drive & Foster Ave.)The focus of these group rides will be on gradually increasing your fitness, riding skills and confidence! Our coaching staff will be on hand to help teach, challenge and motivate you! They will also ride along with you to motivate you and help with any concerns or questions that come up along the way. BONUS: Free parking, restrooms & water are available at all of our group training sessions! First Group Training Ride(s)Join us at our first Group Training Ride, 7:00am Sunday, May 4th. Meet in the parking lot next to the Foster Avenue Beach House, at Lakeshore Drive & Foster Ave. Registration / Packet Pickup — 6:15-6:45am and after the ride. If you have pre-registered, you may pick up your training packet (includes schedule, CES shirt, and goodies from our sponsors!) prior to or after the ride. If you haven't registered, you must do so prior to the ride. See you there! Clinics & SeminarsIf you truly want to reach your goals, you need to do more than just put in the miles! Throughout the program, we will cover all aspects of bike fit, basic maintenance, group riding strategies and technique. Each week will focus on a specific skill set, both on and off the bike, such as:
Our Coaching Staff
Our head cycling coach, Jordan Grauer, has been an avid cyclist for almost 30 years and still fondly remembers his first racing bike. He's been a competitive cyclist since college, and in 1995, qualified for and successfully completed the 1,200 kilometer Paris-Brest-Paris ultramarathon cycling race. As co-owner and operator of Higher Gear bicycles for the past 13 years Jordan was a key sponsor of Club Bicicletta, an amateur cycling club affiliated with the Higher Gear/Vox team. He has also led bicycle tours through Canada, France, Scotland, England, Switzerland, Australia, and New Zealand. We're extremely proud of our professional, experienced coaching staff — they always go the extra mile to make sure you have a fun, successful training season! Why is it so important to have qualified coaches? They can:
For more information on all of our coaches, click here. How to RegisterOnline registration is available at Active.com by clicking on the link below:
Fees
No refunds will be provided in full or in part for any reason, including injury, after a program begins. No prorated fees are provided for late enrollments. 
Questions?Please contact us at info@ChicagoEnduranceSports.com or call 866-237-7861 for more information. |
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