Getting fit through indoor cycling
For this afternoon’s ride I did an FTP Builder session, this time week 8 day 1. The were two reasons for picking this workout: length, and intensity. Due to some real world commitments I ended up late on the bike. I still wanted to get in an active recovery session but ideally one on the … Read more
Not for the first time in my cycling career, I accidentally “knackered up” my knee on my previous ride. This was entirely caused by either an adjustment I made to my left cleat position, or raising my saddle height by a centimeter. Or… both. Never make two changes at the same time. When will I … Read more
For this afternoon’s ride I took on Emily’s Short Mix. This is the first time I’ve done a harder workout at my new FTP, so went into this one feeling a little apprehensive. How hard would it be, compared to previous attempts? I know Emily’s Short Mix is a series of ramps. And I know … Read more
Christmas Jumper on, lights on the trees, and finally a bit of feeling returning to my legs. All in time for a nice rest day (tomorrow) and the new Star Wars film to enjoy. Fantastic. OK, so it’s been a high stress week in terms of bike activity. On Tuesday I did my second ever … Read more
Twenty four hours after my second FTP test I was back on the bike. What was I thinking? Well, in truth, I was thinking the same thing I’m always thinking: It’s hard to form a habit, and very easy to break it. So, tired legs or not, Wednesday night is a workout night. Being completely … Read more