Do it like the Six Million Dollar Man - the TV hero with the ultra-strong robot legs and arms. Simply swap your old legs for new ones. You don't even have to have that spectacular plane crash in which the Six Million Dollar Man lost his old limbs. You can leave the chainsaw in the shed for the rough surgical work, and you don't have to win the lottery either.
In twelve weeks, we'll give you the best legs and the most power you've ever had - with honest, sweat-inducing training. We have developed special training plans for touring, marathon and enduro bikers with professional trainer Erik Becker. Each plan was specially adapted to the requirements of the respective type of biker. We also sought advice from the real experts in their field. Tour guide Peter Brodschelm told us what cyclists crossing the Alps and tour riders should pay particular attention to. Marathon ace Hannes Genze explains how to get fit for the long haul. René Wildhaber, enduro pro, has the last word: he reveals how you can turn on the throttle downhill.
However, you won't spend all your time on the bike during training. Two to three times a week, you will complete a workout within your own four walls. For this, we have customised a perfectly coordinated roller training programme that will get you up to speed regardless of the weather. We have also selected workouts that are particularly aimed at increasing your core stability. On the one hand, this prevents back pain and, on the other hand, you will be able to put more power into the pedals.
The training plans and exercise descriptions can be found below as a PDF download.
But before you put on your cycling gear, you should read our three points for preparing for the start:
1. combine training plan and everyday life. Integrate the training plan into your everyday life with fixed times. This avoids stress with family and friends and you can concentrate perfectly on your training.
2. check food. If you want to get in top shape in twelve weeks, you have to watch what you eat. Try to avoid power gels or bars during training - except for intensive sessions. Reach for a banana instead. You can find more information on our website.
3. download training plans. Download the right training plans for your category for interval and Pezzi ball training. Have a partner check your movements when you start Pezzi ball training. This will help you avoid mistakes.
By the way: The six-million-dollar man could run 60 miles per hour - we certainly can't promise you that. But you will certainly be able to drive faster than at the beginning after our training programme.
