Training advice please!

[ShutUpLegsPlease]

Hey all,
This is my first year cycling and I've got rather addicted.
The TT event has quickly taken my interest and I really want to improve my times. This year(september 9th) I rode 6m42s for a 3.9km TT, and I want to get that down to under 6 minutes by next september. Is this at all possible and if so what training methods should I be using? I weigh about 57 kilos and and about 5.7"

 

[BobNYC]

The Time Trial Forum (English forum) is a great resource for all things about time trialing. Find it here: http://www.timetriallingforum.co.uk/

 

[BobNYC]

In a more complete answer to your question:
For such a short TT 6 minutes is easily doable. 5½ minutes would be a more aggressive goal - 5 minutes would be a stretch goal, but achievable in 3 years of so if you are dedicated, young, and reasonably athletic.
Really you should look for longer TTs - at least 10 miles and better 25 miles. Breaking the hour for 25 miles is a milestone for competent TTers.
The time trial forum has a lot of good training advice, but if you are new to cycling, then for the first year just ride your bike. Set some goals like “100 miles a week”; then completing a 60 mile or 100 mile ride; then increase your schedule to 150 miles a week, with one 2 or 3 hour ride. Join a cycling club - preferably one with a racing background. By the end of a year you will have accumulated enough fitness, experience and knowledge to transition to a more specific trading regimen, including periodization, intervals, etc. But for the first year, just ride your bike.
Most of all enjoy riding your bike. Good luck.

 

[RapidRiderRick]

Hey there! When it comes to short time trials like the one you mentioned, aiming for a 6-minute finish is a great starting goal. If you're feeling ambitious, shooting for 5 and a half minutes is possible too. It may take around 3 years of dedication, youth, and athleticism to reach the 5-minute mark. However, I'd suggest trying longer TTs, like 10 or even 25 miles, as they offer a better challenge. Breaking the hour for a 25-mile ride is a milestone for skilled time trialists. If you're new to cycling, focus on building a solid foundation through consistent training for your first year. Feel free to check out the time trial forum for more helpful training tips. Keep pedaling! ‍