Many things have happened since my last post. As a Cat3, I have won 1 race (my teammate, Johnny Mitchell, controlled the race & then lead me out for a sprint finish). Placed 2nd in another (there was 1 guy 10seconds off the front and I didn't have a teammate) and have have had several top 10 finishes. I've begun to consistently place well, but as of today, only have 10points to go toward my Cat 2 upgrade. As it stands now, I think my FTP is right around 4w/kg and my sprint power is still off the chain--but has come down. I've given up some of the absolute top end to be able to finish the race and I'm happy with that.
I've met 2 of my short term goals for this year and I'm very happy with that. There are only 2 races left for me this season so there is no way that I'll be able to get enough points to upgrade to a 2. That's OK as it give me focus for next year. I've gained valuable insight into racing, training and awesome friends.
My wife is pregnant and the baby is due March 13th, 2012. With that, the cycling goals will go to the back burner. I still plan on racing, but won't be as focused on it. I would like to focus on sprint training when the velodrome opens up in Rock Hill next year, but I'll focus on the road until then.
I've met 2 of my short term goals for this year and I'm very happy with that. There are only 2 races left for me this season so there is no way that I'll be able to get enough points to upgrade to a 2. That's OK as it give me focus for next year. I've gained valuable insight into racing, training and awesome friends.
My wife is pregnant and the baby is due March 13th, 2012. With that, the cycling goals will go to the back burner. I still plan on racing, but won't be as focused on it. I would like to focus on sprint training when the velodrome opens up in Rock Hill next year, but I'll focus on the road until then.
