tired legs...

[kiwifruit]

Thanks everyone for all the feedback, I think I will just go out and enjoy the rides and not push myself to much over the winter.
Merry Christmas.

 

[Citius]

It's not unusual. The air is denser, you've got more clothing on, 2-3mph is about right.

 

[kiwifruit]

It's not unusual. The air is denser, you've got more clothing on, 2-3mph is about right.

That make me feel better if that 2-3mph is about right. I thought I was going backwards in the last couple of months.

 

[Truth]

Could also be a mental thing now and you THINK your legs are tired.......
Merry Xmas anyway

 

[Jaykun85]

i always find that after stretching and going slow for first mile after about 20 mins of cycling my legs feel the burn and feel tired, once i push through it and just focus on the ride i seem to feel alot better.. I try to go out 3 times a week but then i go the gym another 3 days a week so probably not helping

 

[The_Weekend_Report_Guy]

Hi everyone, I've been cycling for a year now just to get fitter. I ride on average 70 miles a week about 3 times a week, a bit less now as winter is here but I still out riding. When I started I was averaging my speed at 11.5 mph on an 16 mile ride with some small hills. Over time I change my routes some flats and some hills, and up to 33 miles. My average improved over the summer to 14.6 mph with hills and 15.5 mph when pretty flat on an 33 mile ride.

These couple of months my legs are really struggling (feels fatigued), yesterday went out within about 4 miles my legs just don't want to turn find it really hard and tired. My average speed has gone down to 12.9 mph on an 17 mile ride. I just seem to be going backwards.


Any suggesting anyone, thanks for reading.

I am sure someone else said this.... Listen to your body...

That is the key..!!! Also a common mistake that new people make is that they think that you need to make up for a life before riding... Is not like that..! Chill..!! You can't go fast all the time... You got to a point that is called a "wall" take it easy... You will get over this if you do back up a little..

I find that the best way to get over the wall is to ride your bike just for fun... Grab your camera/phone and go out there in a picture excursion and rediscover the simple joy of riding your bike...

All the best and looking forward to see your pictures..

 

[Jaykun85]

I am sure someone else said this.... Listen to your body...

That is the key..!!! Also a common mistake that new people make is that they think that you need to make up for a life before riding... Is not like that..! Chill..!! You can't go fast all the time... You got to a point that is called a "wall" take it easy... You will get over this if you do back up a little..

I find that the best way to get over the wall is to ride your bike just for fun... Grab your camera/phone and go out there in a picture excursion and rediscover the simple joy of riding your bike...

All the best and looking forward to see your pictures..

I always forget i have my phone with me. the time that i did when i got lost i saw a Hawk perched on a tree. When i fumbled about to get the phone it had decided to fly away ... How rude

 

[Wolfy]

You are not alone with fatigue at this time of year. I and many others are probably going through the same symptoms. I usually average between 17 -18 mph in the summer months, but now down to 15-16 no matter how well I prepare! Have tried different eating, sleeping and exercise paterns but to no avail. Leave the garmin at home, take in the fresh cold, wet and windy air and enjoy . Hours on the bike is more important than speed at this time of year. Enjoyyyy.