CoachingDIAGNOSIS

COMING BACK TO CYCLING AFTER TIME OFF

You used to ride. Life happened — injury, work, family, motivation loss. Now you want to get back. But your legs don't work like they used to, and you're not sure where to start.

THE SHORT ANSWER

Most often, this is because fitness loss is real — expect 50-80% of detraining after 3+ months off. The fix: start with 3 rides per week — consistency before intensity.

WHY THIS HAPPENS

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Fitness loss is real — expect 50-80% of detraining after 3+ months off

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Muscle memory helps but doesn't replace structured rebuilding

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The biggest risk is doing too much too soon

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Mental fitness matters — riding with people faster than your current level hurts motivation

WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT

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Start with 3 rides per week

Consistency before intensity

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Set a 12-week target

Structured comeback plan

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Get your zones right

Test and recalculate from current fitness

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Consider coaching

A coach manages the rebuild so you don't overdo it

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