Question: I recently bought a set of rollers for indoor riding. Although I can balance while in a doorway so I can brace my arms, I wobble a lot. How can I get steadier? — John W. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Practice! But it might take several weeks to feel comfortable. I know a couple…
Question: I’m stuck on the trainer all winter due to cold temperatures and early darkness. I can handle the boredom by watching videos, but I have problems with heat buildup. There’s a pool of sweat under the trainer after 30 minutes and my heart rate skyrockets. I open a window but it’s not enough. What’s…
Question: I just moved to the frozen north from a state where I could ride year-round. I got an indoor trainer but have one major problem: I sweat buckets! After 30 minutes my bike, T-shirt and carpet are soaked. What’s the solution? — Billy Joe L. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Sweating is unavoidable on a…
Question: I’m afraid I’m going to go nuts this winter, stuck on the trainer here in the Midwest. Should I periodize indoor training, or is it okay simply to pick three or four trainer workouts and rotate them? — Charlie L. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Believe me, Charlie, I can identify. I live at 6,000…
Question: I bet you’re sick of questions about how to escape boredom on the trainer, but this winter has gone on forever and I’m still grinding away in the basement. I try to pedal for at least an hour, four days a week. I’ve followed all your previous workout advice. Do you have any other…
