Riding your bike is one of life's simple pleasures, it’s a great escape from everyday life. But for a fortunate select few, riding and racing a bike is not only their passion but also their job. But for these lucky few, how much do they actually train on a weekly basis and how much do they need to train?
On a personal level, I’ve been racing for a long time and training for around 10 years, I was even fortunate enough to be a part of the British Cycling track programme as a teenager before opting to step away. This opportunity taught me a lot about training as well as the importance of resting, but these days, although I ride for a UCI Continental team, I’m not a pro so like most people, my training needs to fit around my work commitments and life obligations.
