Getting fit through indoor cycling
Chris 
I had to take it easy today. My knees are desperately in need of a proper rest day. Mentally, and physically, today I am feeling thrashed. It’s not helped by a terrible nights sleep – bed at 00:30, up at 04:27 and unable to sleep much after that. Fortunately tomorrow is my last day of … Read more
Phew, I totally underestimated this one. It’s a long while since I’ve done Jon’s Short Mix and I’d forgotten just what an absolute ass kicker it is. When I looked at it, what I saw was the 10 minutes of tempo at the end. That looked ideal. What I failed to notice was the sheer … Read more
Ho ho ho, only 3 more rides to go. For my 21st consecutive ride I opted for two new things: A new route: Two Bridges Loop A new workout: Pre-Training Plan The workout might have been done out of sequence. I’m somewhat passed the pre-training stage at this point. But I did the workout anyway … 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 was made up of seven riding days, which is was a first last week, … Read more
Whilst not quite the workout I had in mind, it is another hour on the bike and crucially, not too an intensive hour on the knees. One thing I really hadn’t factored in to 24 continuous days of cycling is just how physical stress it’s putting on my knee joints. I’m at the point where … Read more