Getting fit through indoor cycling
It’s been a while – 3 months actually – since I was last on Zwift. And whilst it was a suitable hot enough day outside for an outdoor ride, I decided to play it safe on the knee and do one of the tried and tested FTP Builder workouts, to keep a steady pace and … Read more
Something of a typical ‘me’ ride today. Out and back again with a hill approximately half way there. The first half of the ride being mostly up – even if only 1-2%, and then the second half being the opposite. As this was a ride up to Longridge, there are a couple of small but … 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. Another fairly lacklustre week, sadly. I managed to get in three short rides this … Read more
Throughout the latter half of this week – mainly since Thursday – I’ve been feeling sore in my right knee. I’m not sure if this was damage done during last Sunday’s long ride, or maybe the way I’ve been sitting (cross legged) during the working day. Whatever, I’ve not wanted to put undue pressure on … Read more
I’m finding it difficult this week. I don’t know if that’s because I’m in a new routine – waking later, so should be seemingly more rested, but somehow I don’t feel it. I started a new job this week, so am mentally tired by the end of the day as there’s a lot of work … Read more