Ride at a steady pace for 20 mins, at 90-95rpm, then briskly for 5 mins at 110rpm. Ease off for 10 mins at 80rpm, before another 5 mins at a brisk pace. Warm down for 20 mins at 90rpm.
Keep the brisk efforts constant.
Yeah, didn't do that!!
Seriously though, I didn't actually read today's instructions before going out. If I had I might have done a flatter route! Instead I did my hilly one.
Yet again I found it pretty tough. I have a new theory that maybe riding at 1-2pm ish is what I'm finding tough. I have pretty severe hayfever which is only just kept under control at this time of year, coupled with asthma. I wonder if this is what has caused the struggles this week? I know the pollen count is currently very high. I am definitely going to book a review at my GP and see what she has to say.
On the plus side I still maintained my 13mph+ average and overtook a cyclist today!
I'm hoping the new bike will be ready this weekend so will report back and review it over the weekend..... I hope!
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