Question: I’m stuck on the indoor trainer for the winter and I’m going crazy! I use headphones and play loud and obnoxious music, but the minutes crawl by. Please send some ideas or I’ll be riding in a rubber room. — Mary P. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Boredom is nearly unavoidable on trainers because your…
Question: I have a CompuTrainer and a set of rollers. Currently, with no outdoor riding, I’m doing two days of weight lifting, three days on the CT, one day on rollers and one day off. Each workout is about an hour long. Am I doing it right? — Jon P. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Your…
Question: I moved to Florida recently and enjoy the cycling here. I have ambitious ultra-distance goals for next season. I plan to do a brevet series starting in January and want to peak for a long event in July. Your eBooks have been very helpful, but I can’t figure out how to train in the “off season” down…
Question: I admit it. I’m a wimp when it comes to riding in temperatures below 50F degrees. So I try to stay fit by taking spinning classes at my local community center or riding my bike on an indoor trainer. Which method do you recommend? — Ted S. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: I like both….
Question: I’d like to ride rollers this winter but don’t know how to begin learning. Is there is a book that teaches technique? — Paul C. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: I’ve not heard of a book dedicated to riding rollers, but you don’t need one. It’s not hard when you know basic tips. Then you…
