Getting fit through indoor cycling
Bit of an up and down week this one, to be fair. Didn’t ride yesterday because my calf felt bruised – painful to the touch, which I can only put down to the cramp from Thursday’s ride. That’s a new one on me if so. Today my right calf has still felt tight. But between … Read more
I’m well aware that for some, 3 hours on the bike isn’t a big deal. And 70km? pfft, why not 100km, right? But for me, that was a big one. I felt alright on the day, but definitely was out like a light when my head hit the pillow on Sunday night. And yesterday 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 – Full Bike Service Day (Indoor / Zwift) Wednesday – Wheely … Read more
Today was a bit of a muddle. I wanted to get on the bike at 4pm right after work. But work overran, and then I was politely reminded that I had agreed to help my wife with a light touch of furniture removal. So, much later than planned, I finally got back home, kitted up, … Read more
My poor loved, yet unintentionally badly maintained bike has been led in a heap of parts pretty much since Saturday afternoon, after my disastrous tyre replacement surgery led to the patient dramatically exploding. Giving up on any dreams of ever becoming a full fledged cycling mechanic, I have instead resorted to a two fold strategy: … Read more