Originally Posted by
69chevy
I do something similar to interval training when I ride with the "slow" group.
I like the people who ride in this group and go just to hang out with them for a couple of hours.
When the pace gets too slow, I dial up 400 watts (forum calibrated) and sprint way ahead. Then I sip water and coast until the train catches up.
If you're improving so much and hitting 19+ MPH on your rides, why are you (still) riding with the slow group?
Also your rides with your "wife" are recovery rides, whether you want them to be or not.