Quick Progressive Effort 20 Minute Workout | Climb The Passo Gardena With GCN

Today we're back in the pain cave with one of Chris Opie's favourite indoor workout sessions. Grab a towel, plenty of water and saddle up for a thorough warm-up routine or quick work out.

In association with Elite and Alta Badia.

This is one of our most versatile sessions - before breakfast, warming up for a hard ride or race, or simply as a quick workout - it's a snappy routine that'll get you going without wearing you out.

Pro tip: If you're warming up for a race, you can always watch at 1.5X Speed for a quicker 15 minute warm-up rather than the full 20.

Not all exercises are suitable for everyone - there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach. As with any strenuous exercise, you should take into account factors such as your flexibility, strength and overall health to determine if an exercise is appropriate for you, and consult a doctor/physician before beginning a programme of exercise. Discontinue your exercise session immediately if you experience any pain, dizziness or discomfort.
Partaking in training sessions following GCN's video instruction is entirely at your own risk, and Global Cycling Network, its partners and its affiliated companies cannot be held responsible for any injuries which may occur as a result of these exercises.

Let us know how you get on with this short session in the comments!

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[lauraeldridge]

LOVE all GCN workouts and the crew. Keep up the. Banter on the BIKE!

[armahthetrainer]

This is definitely one of my favorite rides. It's short. It's quick. And we get it done. Not much to it then that. Good stuff. Now I can get on with my day while saying I got on the bike.

[kimbutler]

Just what i was looking for, for tired legs.
Its not easy to find active recovery sessions.
Thanks GCN

[mizjamieh]

I was looking for a quick finisher after a body weight HITT session this was perfect! Thank you!

[kimmien]

Super quick ride before weight day, thanks GCN team

[stevelewis]

This is my “go to” warm up 👍 well done GCN team

[evanmacdougall]

Just did a Sprint tri on Sunday. Legs feel like lead. Got on the trainer this morning and didn’t want to barely pedal. Then I remembered this video and put it on. This was exactly what I needed. Thanks, GCN!

[benjaminzachwieja]

I am currently red lining w/ work responsibility. This looks like a good option for my time crunch. Another GCN thumbs up.

[kelliewilmesrnbsn]

You fellows rock this session. I gave a lot before the final 💯 thinking it was the last interval, then hit the last interval and went 120% so way to be tricky mates!! Keep them coming, especially those rides with a view. I’m in the dead of winter in Alaska and all
I see these days is darkness. Loving the sunshine and deep dig climbs

[gemmamcclelland]

Haven’t done this one for a while! Loved it, hard but good!

[GBailey]

Another great session. Seems gentle then before you know it you are on max heart rate having been very well warmed up.

[FabioRotondo]

thank you guys for sharing. Nice training as usual. I had a great time following you on this road 😊

[alij]

Tried it this morning. Really did enjoy that and my heart rate graph was on a very satisfying heart rate progession on the polar flow graph afterwards.

[GeAnn]

And again. I'm hooked on this one.

[lipla]

One of the toughest workouts, nice you present it so “persusasively”!

[williamlivingstone]

You guys are Brilliant! I'll be doing these work outs as some cross training... give the feet and knees a break on my 100 mile run training! Thanks guys!

[GeAnn]

Loved this one. On to my next event - work!

[armahthetrainer]

So brutal. Whew! Killer gradual climbing effort. Fantastic quickie session. 🔥🔥🔥

[Inkdraft]

You guys are great! I always love watching the bike races. I just started going to the gym a few days ago. The only exercise I've had before this is going up and down the stairs at work. I made a play list and watched this video while I was on a stationary bike in the gym.  Every time your ramp went up I upped the ramp on the gym bike and because you guys were so great at talking throughout the whole video I was actually able to keep up  and complete the whole video.  That was a total shock to me because I'm new to the gym and I'm in my mid 60s. It was so motivating to hear you fit guys huffing and puffing lol. I'm pretty sure that I wouldn't have done so well if I hadn't watched your video. So thanks so much for your dedication. Now I'm looking forward to buying a road bike this summer. Thanks again!

[GeAnn]

Did it again. Ready for the work day. Mind is awake!