holding back

One thing I've improved at as a cyclist is holding back. I used to ride every day regardless. At 36, I'm a bit older and a bit wiser.

The week leading up to a race is carefully thought through. This week sees one hard effort yesterday sandwiched by two days of recovery riding and two days of rest.

This has been the easiest training week in a long time. The Japan Cup is by far the toughest race I'll take on this year, so it deserves respect.

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A recovery ride today. Still got a bit of a cough but besides that I feel in great form. Legs light and fast. Comfortable on the bike. Raring to go.

Thursday's training: recovery ride - Kujiranami ~ Nota ~ Betsumata loop (43 km, 200 m climbing, 31 kmph)