Well, Joe's book is not that scary, IMO, but it's not quite as bad as portrayed, either. He is asking for a lot of riding, and it's hard to argue that he's asking for work that won't help us.

This is where a consultation with a trainer or coach might help - to look at the time you realistically have, and to decide what are the most useful things to do.

Be sure to stipulate, no illegal or questionable drugs outside the normal recommended recreational dosages. I find that works for me.

Road Fan (not Gandhi - I haven't tried a coach!)