Yup. When it comes to getting faster - for most people - there is a silver bullet: consistency. But that often means a lot of other things falling into place - relationships, career, finances, etc - or having your priorities really clear.
I've been lucky that I've had jobs that have allowed the flexibility to train and race, a very supportive sweetheart (also a bike racer, matter of fact), and enough money to get to races I want to do. But for about five years, track racing has been just about top priority. I've definitely clawed and scratched my way up, one small rung at a time. But I'm ready for a break.
(fwiw, or just for the record, i don't think the fast masters nats or even worlds fields are on par with elites)
Last edited by queerpunk; 11-16-18 at 03:39 PM.