I finally rode this morning after being limited to just weekend rides for the last 3 weeks. This was due in part to me trying to get paintings finished and delivered, then having company for a week while having a s-i-l in the hospital.

I rode today and I was pleasantly surprised by my speed and cadence but I knew I was good for a distance of only 25 miles as opposed to a 40+ mile ride. I have a feeling I won't recover as quickly either.

I read that if you completely lay off cycling for a month, you have lost all your gains. But what if you just ride weekends?

How much does this affect my overall fitness level?