newcastlecycling

Metro, obviously not going out in the rain has left you with too much time to think!  The best results will come from quality training time rather than long rides with little effort.  There is a need to build some base, but I am always amused by those who feel a need to continue long rides through summer when only racing 25 - 40km.  Like you I am racing Friday nights, most Sundays and the track on Wednesday.  One other 30-40km ride on top of this.  I think I'm goiing OK.  Attitude has a lot to do with it.  For we older folk, rest and recovery is an important part of training