Originally Posted by RiPHRaPH
just for a moment, say your endurance, speed or recovery goals never advanced past where they are right now. would you be satisfied? would you still enjoy your riding and training?
I never looked at cycling from that angle so I was never concerned, although I noticed a general curve in my cycling performance over the years. I figured since I don't race, tracking performance was never an issue for me. My fun and health factors are the priorities here.