This week, I got used to fastening my bike to the computrainer (we have to switch between my bike and Jeff's bike), warming up the trainer (miles I don't count!! gasp!!!), calibrating it and then starting the software for the course I want to do. It sounds like a lot of work when I write it out, but it really doesn't seem like it. I've already gotten quick at it, even after just a week.
In case you are familiar with the computrainer courses and wonder which ones I've been doing, so far they are:
Windach-Sternberg
Rudolstadt
Talladega
Whidbey Island Recovery
imn_outfortyk (not sure what that stands for)
I've also done Killington at the shop and downloaded it to use at home too. Jeff did it here the other night.
Speaking of downloads, there are so many free course downloads! The ones I'm really looking forward to trying soon are the time trial stages of the 2008 Tour de France!
It would be easy to get carried away and try to ride far more than my level of ability, so I keep reminding myself to take it easy! Also, I managed to hurt my left knee a little this week while lounging in the armchair. I put my heel on the ottoman and when I pressed down to pull it toward me, something made a suction/pop noise in my knee! It is a little sore, but seems to be getting better. I've been doing easier profiles and easy to moderate effort while it heals.
Talladega was the hardest so far with 2600 feet of climbing and inclines up to 9% over 20 miles. That is quite a bit of work on a trainer since you pedal the entire time, even downhill. Whidbey Island Recovery is a 30 mile flat/downhill course that is great for keeping HR and effort down while letting you have a good spin.
Today is a rest day. I did 5 trainer rides and 1 outside ride for a total of 154.30 miles this week.
I am currently at 825.50 year to date miles, so I anticipate crossing 1,000 by the end of February!
RIP Silas
11 years ago
4 comments:
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Wow that mileage is impressive, you should be aiming for 10,000 miles this year!
So you are exploring parts of Germany (and the rest of the world) from the comfort of your home? Friends of mine have one of those and I went over to try it out. They had me climb Alpe D'Huez. It's a pretty cool set up. Well done on the mile count so far. That's very impressive. I hope the knee is alright.
Yes, I hope your knee is going to be ok! The TT stages sound like a fun course to do.
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