Originally Posted by
Machka
I've been cycling forever, but in recent years, my cycling amount has diminished and last year (2024) was my "worst" year for cycling distances.
But in 2025 (at 58), I decided to build back up again and it has been going amazingly well. I wasn't sure I could improve my fitness level ... improve my cycling speed ... at my age, but it turns out I can.
58? I retired @ 65 and was able to improve my cycling speed and endurance. The last few years on the job beat me down but I was still riding at least on weekends.
When I was 69 I started having irregular heartbeat again and a cardiologist advised me to cool it and stop chasing younger/faster riders. Still, I can ride with the club and do hilly rides @71.
At this age, improvements come slowly and require patience.