Accelerated weight loss & last minute training?
I'm doing a 3-day, 225 mile charity ride in three weeks. Terrain will be reasonably hilly (Herhsey, PA to NYC).
Unfortunately, my training plans turned out to be pretty much a bust. Recent leg injuries kept me off the bike for most of the last seven weeks. And I will miss training rides both this weekend and next with out of town commitments. I'll likely get 6-8 rides in before the ride and some work on the trainer.
I'm 49 and somewhat overweight. I'm a decent rider but am not feeling prepared for the task at hand. I know I'd enjoy the ride more if I could drop pounds now. I'm contemplating a 7-day super diet (cabbage soup perhaps) from September 17-23. Ride starts on the 28th.
Any feedback would be appreciated. I'm feeling a bit behind the eight ball. Thanks.