Thanks for the great response to my question. You guys hit it from all the angles I would have hoped. I figured there weren’t really any “shortcuts” to the best gains, but the ideas are solid for getting into a worthwhile setup with minimal cost.
Now I need to consider the options and start making a plan. I have a partial basement remodel in progress, which is aimed at moving my indoor riding and treadmill setup into a larger space. I will see what I can incorporate for strength training based on your suggestions. I hope to make a mini gym for cycling and general fitness use for my wife and I. I think this gives me what I need to put together a great setup.
I am thrilled to have been chosen for the prize package. I am usually a size Small for bibs and jersey from Pearl Izumi. I will double check my sizing with their charts to get my official size and shipping address to you. Thanks so much for such an impressive gift package!!!
Thanks so much for the very detailed and thoughtful response to my question. It really helped me a lot to think about my nutrition and how everything fits together. I really liked Frank’s and Jackson’s point that eating more will allow me to naturally go harder and burn even more calories, and so I should not fear having “too much” carbs. Haven’t seen too many chipotle burritos in Denmark
This was my first season doing structured training on the bike, although I come from running, it’s hard to find another sport that you can do a workout that burns >3000 calories.