I'm trying to put together an off-season training plan now and would like any advice you all are willing to give.

This year, I raced a few times on a one-day license. My goal for next year is to license as Cat 5, upgrade to Cat 4 by early July.

Fortunately I work at home on a very flexible schedule so I can train almost as much as my legs will let me.

I'm 47 and have been riding a lot for the last two years. My mileage is about 180 a week which is 10 - 11 hours. I have a HR meter but no power meter, and don't think I can afford one.

My tentative plan is:

9/14 - 10/1: Mostly rest. 2 - 3 Active Recover rides per week. Some swimming, running and kayaking.
10/2 - 12/31: Base. Building from 10 hours/week to 15 hours/week. ( Zone 2 )
1/1 - 2/24: More intense Base (High Zone 2 - Low Zone 3)
2/24 - 4/15: Build Phase (First Race is roughtly 4/15)