Originally Posted by
Hermes
Most racers can race for 6 months without a break and hit a couple of peaks. After 6 months, I start going downhill fast. It does not seem like it at the time but it sneaks up on me. Each succeeding event yields worse results. However VM, you are a monster from Krypton so that may not apply to you. I thought you had a coach. Yes / no? What does he / she say?
I am no monster. In fact, certain teammates gently ridicule me for my soft training schedule with emphasis on recovery days (only 3-4 days in saddle per week). Of course, they are all younger than me. I agree with your 6-month anecdote, which is one of the data points I'm worried about. No coach.