Training Log Archive: AC

Got out a bit later than planned for a morning spin before heading to the airport to get onto a plane for Beijing for a series of G20 meetings. It had rained overnight and the roads were a bit damp, so had to be a bit cautious about going around corners. Other than that, felt very fit and strong - a day off yesterday seems to have made a difference. Was hoping to doa couple of hours for the ride, but had to cut it short unfortunately.

Gloriously sunny day and snuck out at lunchtime for a short spin around Longchamp. Legs felt inexplicably tired but tried to put in some efforts around the racecourse. Didn't go for very long, but worth getting out.

Struggled to get out on this cold and dark morning, but made the effort after lying in bed and thinking about it for half an hour. Everything a bit stiff and sore at that hour of day and it took quite a while to get into it - knees in particular quite tender, esp on the rock hard icy ground. Anyway, ticked it off.

Inadvertently slept in and didn't get out till after 6, which meant I had to cut short the training ride to make sure I got back in time to deliver the baguette for Freya's lunch before she took the school bus at 7.30. Made it with just a few minutes to spare. Very cold morning (-3 according to the France meteo website) but dry so no ice problems on the road. Was well rugged up and very comfortable. Decided to be efficient and did a hill repeat session up the Suresnes hill. It isn't very far at 0.8km, but it is quite steep at 8% grade. Managed three of them at a slowing pace (caused partly by the increased traffic at that later hour of the morning). Finished up with a quick cruise back home via a longer route and stopped into the boulangerie for a couple of baguettes, which were fresh and hot and delicious!

late lunchtime run. Very cold out there so beanie, gloves, tights and two tops were required. Good run despite the cold. Right knee still feels a bit weak, and feels like I am limping at times, but this run felt a lot better than previous runs. Touch wood, it seems to be heading in the right direction.