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Cycling: Moving from recreational to competitive?

Gr8nurs1271
Gr8nurs1271 Posts: 25 Member
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
Due to a recent injury I am no longer able to run (which I hated anyway) but I am still able to ride a bike. Can anyone suggest a good training plan site to get me started? Where can I find some competitive or charity rides for beginners?

I am soooooo beginner its not funny. First real ride was today. I did 10 miles in 51 minutes. Slow, I know but I'm looking to improve!

Thanks a bunch!

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  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member
    Check out bikeforum.net and http://www.active.com/cycling/bike-racing/

    You should be able to find lots of info on upping your game.

    Have fun!
  • mikes99mail
    mikes99mail Posts: 318 Member
    Find a local club too, riding with others is a great way to quickly build speed and distance!

    There are loads of different types of competition, so there's bound to be something you can use as motivation !
  • Ezwoldo
    Ezwoldo Posts: 369 Member
    Where are you based UK, US HK??

    It is quite easy to do a few charity rides but once they become a bit boring it is time to move on, I would hold off joining a club for now as I would get bike fit and then join up as some clubs can be a bit snobby and not want slower riders. If you are in the UK have a look on Audax uk as there are plenty of rides every week that you can do.
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