So I was going to wait until next spring to upgrade from Sport to Expert (for XC racing). The plan was to maybe do a race or two in May, then decide. But today I said screw it and I put together a race resume and applied for an Expert license from USA Cycling. I should know my new racing status shortly...

So, no excues, no skipping workouts, no screwing around. The next 6 months of my life are now regimented. Base training begins Dec 25. XC racing starts in May.

I know I've posted this before, but I'm interested in hearing about your racing goals and training plans (base, build, peak etc).