Originally Posted by
koala logs
I read it takes years to see some gains with training if you're already close to your peak performance levels.
That only means I'm still far away from reaching peak performance that's why I'm seeing gains in much shorter period of time. And I'm still relatively young, like the OP, in my early forties. It could have been a factor too.
Yeah, this is why I like riding with younger and stronger riders. Sometimes they're faster than me, other times I can drop the hammer on them. Fitness-wise I'm always looking to improve. Prior to cycling, I was also into powerlifting, so I know the feeling of pushing my limits and the gratification you get when you accomplish your goals. Every time I get dropped, I get even more motivated to become stronger. My only regret is why I wasn't this motivated when I was in my 20s...oh yeah, I was too busy socializing on my free time and focused on my career! Lol