Some suggestions on goals you can set for your cycling in 2009. Remember, something like "get strong" is not a very tangible goal. Make them SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and time-bound). I know it sounds like one of those lame things your boss would tell you in your yearly review, but you’ll have a much better chance at attaining that goal if you make it "SMART".
- Start training with a power meter
- Build up to an important event with a periodized training plan – and stick to it!
- Stretch for 5 minutes a day after your ride
- Do pilates or some form of core strengthening twice a week
- Lose 5kg in the next 3 months
- Keep a food log
- Learn to maintain your own bike from head to toe. Give it a shot. It’s really not that difficult!
- Increase training mileage by 10% (no more per year!)
- Decrease training mileage to a more sensible amount! You know who you are
- No more than 2 days off the bike
- Take 2 days off the bike!
- Keep a training log
- Get a coach
- Do more easy rides. Again, you know who you are!
- Do cross-training twice a week
- Drink 1 less cup of coffee per day
- Get out to the hills at least once a week to work on climbing and strength
- Do fewer bunch rides
- Work on your race resume to get a sponsor
