You’re Not Training for a Race—But You Still Want to Train With Purpose

Do you love pushing the pace on group rides? Do you want to climb stronger, feel more capable, or see just how high you can raise your FTP? Are you simply curious about what you’re capable of?

Because being fast is fun.

The problem? Most training plans assume you’re racing. And when your goals don’t involve a start line, it’s hard to find a plan that delivers the results you’re after.

You still want structure. You still want direction. But you want it built around your goals—not someone else’s event.

Your Goals Still Matter

“The structured, science-backed workouts are perfect for improving fitness, and the plans are customizable to fit any goal.“

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Want a plan that’s tailored to your personal goals? Build yours now →

Whether you’re chasing a new FTP, trying to hang with the front group, or just want to maintain the fitness you’ve worked hard to build, your goals matter.

They deserve more than random rides and guesswork. They deserve a progressive, structured plan—one that adapts as you go, meets you where you’re at, and gets you to where you want to be.

With TrainerRoad’s new goal-based plans, now you can train with purpose even when you’re not training for a race.

Meet TrainerRoad’s Goal-Based Training Plans for Cyclists Without a Race

Know your goal? Find the perfect plan for it in seconds → Use Plan Builder

You can find these plans in the TrainerRoad app or on the website. When building your plan with Plan Builder, choose General Fitness when asked “Why are you building your training plan?”

From there, you’ll be able to select a goal that fits you best—no race required.

These plans are built to help you get faster with a clear purpose, no start line required. Choose the goal that fits you best:

Increase FTP With a Structured Cycling Plan

These plans focus on increasing your ability to sustain higher percentages of FTP. It does this with an emphasis on intensities at and around threshold, and by extending your ability to sustain those intensities.

Improve Climbing Strength and Power

Build the strength to hold efforts when the road tilts up—and attack when it counts. You’ll train above and below threshold to improve climbing ability on any terrain.

Build Endurance

Go longer, ride stronger. These plans develop your aerobic efficiency and muscular endurance so that you can enjoy long days in the saddle.

Get Faster for Group Rides

Want to stay off the back and start pushing the front? These plans sharpen your ability to surge, recover, and repeat with VO2 max-focused workouts.

“My goal has always been to be strong in group rides, and even at my advanced age, I’m able to keep up with younger riders—and even spend time on the front of the peloton. TrainerRoad’s AI coaching has been instrumental in achieving this.“

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Improve General Fitness

This will give you a variety of different training stimuli, addressing various different energy systems and interval structures throughout your week.

Maintain Your Fitness

Busy life season? These plans help you hold onto your gains with smart, time-efficient workouts.

Zwift Training Plans

Prefer to ride indoors or crush virtual races? TrainerRoad now offers plans designed specifically for Zwift’s unique demands:

• Get Faster for Zwift Races — Develop race-winning repeatability with high-intensity surges and rapid recovery.
• Climb Alpe du Zwift Faster — Build the sustained power and climbing strength for long, demanding efforts.

TrainerRoad’s AI-Powered Plans: Personalized Cycling Training That Works

Smarter training starts here—let AI build your perfect plan → Get Started

“I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to improve their fitness. It’s a game changer for sticking with a training plan that adapts with your life and fitness goals“

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TrainerRoad analyzes your full training history to build a training plan that fits your fitness, your availability, and your goal.

• No guessing. Get the right workouts, at the right time, every step of the way.
• Continuous Adaptation. As your fitness evolves, your plan evolves with it. No plateaus. No wasted efforts.

Whether you’re coming back from time off or building toward something big, your training stays productive and aligned with your goals.

Fast Feels Good

No race required. No guesswork needed. Just results. Start Training Smarter →

You don’t need to race to want progress.

You don’t need a podium to crave purposeful training. With TrainerRoad, you can train intentionally for the things that matter to you.

All you need to do is show up and ride. We’ll take care of the rest. Let’s see what you’re capable of.

Start Your Goal-Based Plan Now →

“Get the most out of your time on your bike. Just tell them what your goal is—they tailor and adjust in case you miss a workout. Get it, get fit, enjoy your life!“

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