Winter Training

Soldato
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Hi all

I’ve decided that next year is going to be the year that I start racing. At the age of 38...

Normally my ‘winter training’ consists of eating all of the mince pies and putting the bike in the cellar until April. I’m determined that this year is going to be different. Has anyone got a decent training plan for the winter months or some useful tips? I have a turbo trainer and might try Zwift this year now I have a power meter. I’m thinking 2 turbo sessions a week plus one outdoor ride on a weekend. Will that be enough to have me in decent shape for the start of the 2019 season? My FTP at the moment is only 260, so there’s lots of room for improvement!
 
Soldato
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Weight is currently 80kg so plenty of scope for weight loss! I think I can get that down to 75kg over winter if I really focus, I’ve managed it in the past when I have a goal at least.

Congrats on getting out there and racing. I’m looking forward to giving it a bash but am petrified of getting dropped out the back on my first lap!
 
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