So it has been a while since I have last posted, so I figured I was due to post an update. So far the off season is going great. September through December I did strength training after work at the local gym. I focused a lot on core and lower body strength, also worked on some muscle strength imbalances. During this time I was still spinning aerobically just under 5 hours per week though. I think the lifting will help a lot, if anything it gives me some extra padding when I crash.
Since January my focus has been spinning 100%. I can’t stand doing base aerobic spinning in the basement on my trainer though, so I have ventured back out to riding the roads. I have to say the cold really isn’t too bad. Riding in the parks at night is a very peaceful and relaxing experience. With 7 weeks till the pre season starts I am a bit nervous. My workouts have shifted to 2 gut busting interval workouts a week ranging from 70-90 minutes each. Then 3-7 hours of base aerobic riding the rest of the week. Hopefully it all pays off. The only downside right now is I have no team clothing and race bike. Hopefully that gets resolved soon.
