This 8-week Base Prep Plan is the first phase of training leading to your first A-priority event of the year. Designed to comprise weeks 1-8 of the 28-week build up to your first goal race of the year. Base Prep empahsizes improvements in technique, general strength, and the beginnings of aerobic base building. Specifc workouts are included for swim, bike, run and weight training, as well as specific details for identifying your aerobic threshold and HR training zone to follow. Workouts are progressive in all four training modalities. Weekly hours range from 8-13.5 hours with room for adjustments for more or fewer hours to fit your needs. Following these 8 weeks is a 12-week Base Plan that builds off this Base Prep Plan. Included with plan is the ability to have your questions answered by an EPC coach via email (info@epcmultisport.com). Good luck!