So, I'am 41 and getting back into some riding. A little out in the desert during the winter also been to a few tracks over the last 2 months. My problem is I can't even do one hard lap!
I do mountain bike about 4 hours a week and while riding, my breathing and heart rate are not too accelerated so its all my strength that is my limiting factor. After hitting the track 4 times so far, I have noticed a significant improvement but I'm still WAYYYYY off my desired pace .
I ride a CRF450 and I can't recall really ever hitting WOT simply because I can't hang on. ( I mean I can but only if I want to pull off the track half a lap later )
Can probably hit the gym 2-3 times a week to get up to where I want to be. I weigh just under 220lbs so I plan on dropping below 200 just to help out as well.
Any workouts that you have tried that has worked well for you? I've done some research but its all different and everyone says their method is the best. So, just looking for some actual people with successful results to chime in with a link or something. ( workout can be weights and cardio, doesn't need to be strength only )
Thanks everyone.
Dan