I am in the same situation, and restarted my cycling around 4 weeks ago.
1- No Strava
2- Riding every other day (currently)
3- One "long" ride a week.
4- 2 somewhat intense rides per week (15-17 miles)
5- Strict diet.
After this week, I will increase my loads.
I had a pretty severe over training injury in my right knee. I just kept riding, and did 3 Centuries to include the Eroica back to back while injured. I didn't heal for almost 8-9 months.
I had also used Strava religiously, and did my miles and training no matter what. Recipe for disaster. I would say "X miles this week" and do it every time.
Currently, I feel pretty good and have a lot of motivation. I am actually looking forward to my rides, they are not merely a chore.
I have always been a strong cyclist (started at 15, now 50), so I bounced back pretty quick. I just get gassed quickly on extended climbs, but I am definitely improving.
The Strava thing- I live and ride in Santa Barbara, so Strava competition can be addicting as there are a lot of beast riders around here. Not only was I competing with my very strong brother, but also my strong friends. I am a competitive guy, so it doesn't help at all. It's great to just ride anonymously right now.
Last edited by Erzulis Boat; 09-08-20 at 05:16 PM.