It's been a while since I last posted (last year). At that time I thought I would be training mostly for criteriums. Well, things have changed a bit. I've had some second thoughts about continuing to race crits on a regular basis as I've had several freinds/acquaintences get seriously injured, and in one case killed, racing in cat 4/5 crits. As I get older I am less willing to take the risks required to effectively race in a criterium format. I really enjoy competition however, and I want to have "something" to train for. I might do an occasional crit but I am leaning more towards longer rides in the 50-100 mile range. I like the longer efforts as they fit my power profile fairly well.
I'm going to be doing my 1st century in almost 3 years here in a few weeks. I did a 70 mile ride last Sunday and averaged 19+ over rolling terrain so I feel like I am fit enough to complete the ride but I'd like to be able to do more than just finish. I have been training with a Powertap since last May and really like the feedback it gives me. My current FTP is 270 watts and I am currently riding 5-6 hours a week. I typically ride in the evening Tuesday through Thursday and both weekend days. I do have the time to do at least one long ride each weekend. I know I have limited time to train, and can't impact the ride coming up in three weeks, but I want to do well in these "races" and improve my results as much as I can. I guess I am looking for some suggestions on how best to divide up my time to get the best results possible. Also, if there is anyone trying to do what I am with the same limitations, what has been your experience?
I'm going to be doing my 1st century in almost 3 years here in a few weeks. I did a 70 mile ride last Sunday and averaged 19+ over rolling terrain so I feel like I am fit enough to complete the ride but I'd like to be able to do more than just finish. I have been training with a Powertap since last May and really like the feedback it gives me. My current FTP is 270 watts and I am currently riding 5-6 hours a week. I typically ride in the evening Tuesday through Thursday and both weekend days. I do have the time to do at least one long ride each weekend. I know I have limited time to train, and can't impact the ride coming up in three weeks, but I want to do well in these "races" and improve my results as much as I can. I guess I am looking for some suggestions on how best to divide up my time to get the best results possible. Also, if there is anyone trying to do what I am with the same limitations, what has been your experience?