Getting Ready for Winter Riding....The Ride Inside Part II

Getting Ready for Winter Riding....The Ride Inside Part II

Let's face it if you live in the Northeast you have few riding options either endure some nasty weather(Snow, Wind, Sleet, Cold Rain) or ride inside.
Sure every once in a while the cycling gods smile upon us giving is a sunny, calm day above 40 degress, but a regular ride schedule cannot be planned based on this and fitness will suffer.
Even if you are hearty enough to brave the elements on most days there are going to be times that you may not be able to get out for a ride especially because the days are shorter.
I personally do not mind spinning inside (or as it tends to be for me active movie watching) I have done 4 hour sessions watching some epic movies, series, or Other Movies plus their sequals. Sometimes I will watch a movie and then do a CTS training video. I also find that doing a structured workout makes the time go faster. This is also a great time to work on pedaling efficiency and mechanics

Having a good space to ride is helpful as well. Although my space is not great it serves it's purpose and takes up only about 12 Square feet.

I try to have everything right where I need it I am a horrible Procrastinator and don't need any reason to put off getting on the bike. I also keep a list of Heart Rate ranges handy.

My Television is small it only has a 12" screen but It's bigger than the screen on my ipod
I have a small fan right in front of the bike to help keep me cool.

I also have a picture of Lance on my wall riding in the tour during some very nasty weather to remind me that I should get outside a little more often, lest my bike handling skills will go to pot but that is another article.

Short List of Movies
PlushII
Iron Will
Breaking Away
Most Tour Videos - Any climbing stage will Do
Band of Brothers
Sopranos
Start Wars (All of them)
Die Hard