Originally Posted by
NomarsGirl
Joined a gym recently. Started out mostly doing the spin classes since I don't really want to ride outdoors in the winter but would like to be in mid-summer form when spring comes around.
Yesterday, I had my free session with the personal trainer. He had me stretching and doing weight training. He agreed that I must be a cyclist because my muscles are really tight (but not in a good way) and I have no flexibility. I said, "You know cyclists don't stretch, right?" He laughed. Every muscle in my body aches today.
So now I have to add some weight training to my routine. And he suggested Yoga. Ouch.
Just one bit of advice about lifting. Be patient. Start with low weights and moderate reps. Slowly increase reps and, eventually, weight. Think of the journey as a century not a TT. I generally cycle from April into November and then it's back to the gym and home to my rollers. Good luck and have fun.