Getting fit through indoor cycling
Chris 
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
Given I’ve had the laziest bike week in recent memory (3 rest days), I figured I would do something a little more endurance related for today’s ride. I didn’t have a set route in mind at the point I was setting off, but decided I’d head out towards Longridge, and then see what happens. The … Read more
Really struggling to find some form at the moment, and in truth, I think it’s mostly a mental battle. I took Monday and Tuesday off to try and recover the legs, and they did feel fine today. Setting off, there wasn’t that tell tale tension I’ve felt most of last week. I can’t say I … 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: Tuesday – Scammed: Not That Hot (Outdoors) Wednesday – Tour Of … Read more