Originally Posted by
jppe
I think there is some truth that fitness seems to deterioate faster with age. Travel just seems to add to the issues as well---probably a combination of nutrituion, rest, hydration, etc. At least that has been my experience. Just wait until you have some type of health issue that keeps you off the bike for a few months.........talk about setting you back a ways. The good news it does come back and by making the effort to get there you'll just be in that much better shape.
It's true. Fitness can be lost faster when we age, but, a lot depends on how active you are in other ways. I am on my feet most of the day thanks to the day-gig. So, I am fortunate that when I am not riding over the winter (except on the trainer), I don't fall off as much as friends confined to a desk all day. A lot depends on diet, too.