consistency or lack of it in training

[redrhodie]

((((smilingcat))))

Do you ever ride with a friend? I'm finding it a great way to motivate me. Even if I don't feel like riding, I'll go because I know she's waiting for me. Then, the miles just fly by, and I'm getting faster and stronger.

[indysteel]

Even in just the few years I've been riding, I definitely feel like my motivation ebbs and flows. When I start to feel more ebb than flow, I do my best to change my routine up in some way to prevent a full-on burn out. I also benefit on some level from taking a break from road riding for weeks/months at a time during winter.

So I agree with Oakleaf that maybe you just need a break from it altogether. Sometimes, you have to miss something to appreciate it again. The good ol' absence makes the hard grow fonder mentality.

Otherwise, just get out there. Don't worry about how you look on your TT bike. And if you prefer to ride a certain way, I would suggest putting together your own group rides or see about leading a ride yourself--with your rules.

Good luck. I hope you feel like getting back in the saddle--literally and figuratively--soon.

[tulip]

It's easy to say, Just Ride! But harder to do--believe me I know!

Can you work riding into your daily routine, like commuting or running errands by bike? You don't have to ride miles and miles for it to "count". Even around the block is better than nothing.

The only thing that raises a flag for me is if you are going to ride your TT bike in group rides. That's pretty dangerous.

[Fujichants]

Smilingcat, I am also having a hard time getting back into it...I use any excuse I can to not get on my bike. And then, I feel guilty.

Riding Turnbull Canyon and the surrounding area with a small group tomorrow...but do I feel like it? Nooooo.

Watch me squirm my way out of this ride. I am praying for lots of rain so I have a legitimate excuse not to go. Don't want to wipe out on the way down the canyon.

GO RIDE just doesn't do it for me because I get on the bike and I tell myself how I can't wait for it to be over.