Getting fit through indoor cycling
Had my first covid jab today – pfizer, in case you are wondering. Anyway, after queueing outside for 20 minutes, then inside for another 20 minutes, then getting rekt in the arm and having to sit down for 15 minutes… I ended up with a bit of a dead arm, one I wouldn’t want to … Read more
As I’ve said for the last few weeks, I think a lot of my problems are mental over physical at the moment. Thinking today would be an indoor session, I resolved to do one of those FTP Builder rides, an hour at 150w or whatever. However, finishing “on time” (not quite, I’m still owed 30 … Read more
Each week I try to review and reflect on my previous week on the bike. This allows me to see how my fitness and ability is progressing on a wider timescale than day to day. For previous weekly reviews please click here. This week’s rides were as follows: Wednesday – Everyday I’m Struggling (Outdoors) Friday – Hills And … Read more
Another day, another struggle. The legs are just not responding. It’s got to be all mental at this point, I’m sure. Well, either that, or because I’m layering up for the wind, but the sun is making me hot, and I struggle when I’m hot. It’s a funky climate, cold fingers, sweating body. I went … Read more
Yesterday: felt good, had a decent ride. Today: felt knackered, barely managed to average 2.5w/kg. I don’t know if it’s diet, over exercising, losing my form, or what. Frankly, I’m not that worried about it. I only really ride for fitness and fun, so it’s not like I’m losing my competitive ability, or whatever. But … Read more