# Trainerroad workout the day before a century **URL:** \ **Category:** Training\ **Created:** [July 25, 2019, 6:10pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707 "2019-07-25T18:10:23Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 10\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![andreasvt](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/andreasvt/32/12895_2.png) [@andreasvt](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/andreasvt)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2019, 6:10pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/1 "2019-07-25T18:10:23Z")
I am trying to pick the appropriate last week taper rides for a century event on a Saturday (later in August) I was thinking to use CTS recommendation which means: - Wednesday carb depletion 2-3hrs steady state ride - Thursday recovery ride - Friday leg-shake-up ride Any workout recommendations for these 3 rides? Any thoughts for tapering the week before the event? thanks ---
**Author:** ![mcneese.chad](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/mcneese.chad/32/15056_2.png) [@mcneese.chad](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mcneese.chad)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2019, 6:31pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/2 "2019-07-25T18:31:25Z")
Have you looked at the TR Century Specialty plans? They pretty much feature a range of endurance-only rides (while some workouts may have some form sprints or other bonus options). Not much intensity with the assumption of a more steady-state approach to the ride. You can [review this post](https://www.trainerroad.com/forumt/openers-priming-workouts-prior-to-race-day/128) for openers that are worth considering. ---
**Author:** ![andreasvt](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/andreasvt/32/12895_2.png) [@andreasvt](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/andreasvt)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2019, 6:44pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/3 "2019-07-25T18:44:11Z")
> [@mcneese.chad](#): > > Have you looked at the TR Century Specialty plans? They pretty much feature a range of endurance-only rides (while some workouts may have some form sprints or other bonus options). Not much intensity with the assumption of a more steady-state approach to the ri Thanks for the response. I signed up for the century but I was’t sure if the 8th week is meant to be the taper week or should have a 9th one to taper. Can you please clarify? thanks ---
**Author:** ![mcneese.chad](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/mcneese.chad/32/15056_2.png) [@mcneese.chad](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mcneese.chad)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2019, 6:46pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/4 "2019-07-25T18:46:53Z")
Yes, that is essentially the case. However, the Century Specialty is a bit unique. If you expand the “Week Tips” from the plan window or the tips showing on your Calendar, you can see the info: ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/original/3X/2/5/25a99f12177fdef394731cb6f951a305246292c9.png) ---
**Author:** ![trpnhntr](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/trpnhntr/32/93473_2.png) [@trpnhntr](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/trpnhntr)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2019, 7:19pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/5 "2019-07-25T19:19:50Z")
So much of the answer to this question depends on what a century means to you and how taxing you expect it to be based on your capabilities and how you approach the event. For some people a century ride is just their normal Saturday. For others it is something they plan the entire season around. Similarly - if you want to complete a century at a very aggressive pace that’s going to have you on your limit for a long time you should approach this very differently than if you’re going to take a break every 15-20 miles to fill up bottles and bellies. Finally, do you intend to ride with a group that requires surging and hard efforts followed by relatively easy periods or do you plan to ride it closer to a time trial with a consistent steady pace? ---
**Author:** ![andreasvt](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/andreasvt/32/12895_2.png) [@andreasvt](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/andreasvt)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2019, 7:33pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/6 "2019-07-25T19:33:12Z")
> [@trpnhntr](#): > > oup that requires surging and hard efforts followed by relatively easy periods or do you plan to ride it closer to a time trial with a consistent steady pace? The “tips” clarifies the intention of the wortkout plan. Thanks. The gran fondo I am more concerned about is a 160miles, 10K elev gain one, with a time limit of 12hrs. My goal is to complete it around 10hrs, which for my standards will fall into the “aggressive” ride, with consistent pace & hydration/nutrition. On top of that, this will take place in Europe which means I will have to travel the weekend before the event from USA. ---
**Author:** ![trpnhntr](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/trpnhntr/32/93473_2.png) [@trpnhntr](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/trpnhntr)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2019, 7:36pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/7 "2019-07-25T19:36:46Z")
> [@andreasvt](#): > > My goal is to complete it around 10hrs, which for my standards will fall into the “aggressive” ride, with consistent pace & hydration/nutrition Honestly given that time and pacing strategy I would be more worried about being rested than I would be doing a specific openers workout the day before. Due to the duration of the effort you won’t need a fast start or a hard effort - your body will have plenty of time to come around, particularly if you start at a 12 hour pace (as opposed to starting at a 9 hour pace and then slowly deteriorating throughout the day). Maybe something short and easy like Lazy Mountain or Carter -1, the day before - but mostly make sure you’ve got your glycogen topped up and you’re well rested ---
**Author:** ![mcneese.chad](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/mcneese.chad/32/15056_2.png) [@mcneese.chad](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mcneese.chad)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2019, 7:38pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/8 "2019-07-25T19:38:25Z")
> [@trpnhntr](#): > > Maybe something short and easy like Lazy Mountain or Carter -1, the day before - but mostly make sure you’ve got your glycogen topped up and you’re well rested This and the opportunity of a final run through on the bike for any last minute adjustments (especially with travel involved). ---
**Author:** ![andreasvt](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/andreasvt/32/12895_2.png) [@andreasvt](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/andreasvt)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2019, 10:29pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/9 "2019-07-25T22:29:16Z")
I appreciate your response! ---
**Author:** ![eekeller](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/eekeller/32/12895_2.png) [@eekeller](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/eekeller)\ **Post date:** [July 26, 2019, 10:38pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/trainerroad-workout-the-day-before-a-century/18707/10 "2019-07-26T22:38:07Z")
I have ridden Basin -4 the thursday before a long Saturday ride. I usually travel to my long rides, so I do taku on Friday before leaving. I looked at the century plan, because long distance is all I do. I thought the lack of HIIT was rather glaring. And I get enough endurance outside.