Factoids – how much do you sweat?

In addition to eating for energy (to be covered later) I have had to consider how much fluid I need to drink to replace the amount I sweat while cycling. There are a few variables such as speed, terrain, and temperature etc but in planning for this ride I need to...
Sunday 15th May – Club La Santa day 2

Sunday 15th May – Club La Santa day 2

Yesterday I mentioned morning gymnastics and the daily run. See pictures below: There were people up on the balcony behind me as well! I went out on an organised bike ride this morning. The biggest difference from going on your own is that you can’t alter pace...
Fitness training at Club La Santa

Fitness training at Club La Santa

As many of you know Sue and I come to Club La Santa (CLS) in Lanzarote each May for ‘relaxation’.  It is a playground for those who like their exercise and want to try new stuff or just do lots of old stuff. Although I do a reasonable amount of...
The fundamental task

The fundamental task

42 days until I fly – am I nervous? Of course. Below you can see a map of our route and daily destinations with an ongoing tally of mileage and daily climbs. Now that’s something to think about…..

Serious Business now starts……

With exactly two calendar months before I leave for the US and having thoroughly enjoyed a completely exercise-free 30th Wedding Anniversary trip to Cuba it’s now time to ratchet up the training. Over the last couple of months in addition to cycling regularly (ice and...