Hi!! I know you say take 2 weeks off the bike following a training plan and that our Fitness/CTL should be around/below ~45. I had a super HIGH (90) Fitness/CTL when I stopped training and after 2 weeks off the bike, my Fitness/CTL is still ~60… would you advise more time off the bike, or is it OK to start the “Off-season plan”?
I am dying to start b/c 2 weeks off the bike is HARD for me, but don’t wanna be greedy 
Can no longer do CX, switching to gravel in the spring. Thank you!!
This is a great example of when to stop paying attention to the numbers and take 2 weeks off, let the CTL do what its gonna do mathematically and resume training after 2 weeks.
@FRANK thanks for the quick reply… just to clarify, you’re saying to start the “Off Season Plan” since I took the 2 weeks off (note: my CTL is 60)? Or are you saying take another (additional) 2 weeks off?
From above: “I took 2 weeks off the bike. Fitness/CTL is still ~60… would you advise more time off the bike, or is it OK to start the “Off-season plan”?”
Aha: if you’ve taken two weeks off and feel rejuvenated and motivated to train again, yes: begin your 30 week off season
@FRANK And is it ok during those 2 weeks to go running for example? Or the two weeks are meant to be strickly no exercise period?
Coach @FRANK ,
Yes, sir. Rejuvenated and motivated? Like a cat ready to POUNCE!!
Thanks for all you do!!
–Dave
@FRANK or any other coach that’s around, can i get an answer to my question? Is running ok during those 2 weeks off the bike when one finishes up a plan?
It all depends - your question is a broader 1x1 coaching discussion.
What are you hoping to accomplish? Fun, enjoyment or a training benefit?
Generally when cyclists run, they injure themselves unless they come from a running background. Not sure if that’s your case…
@FRANK thank you very much for the answer.
I already run 1x a week, so you can say i have a running background. And reason i asked that question is to see if i could still run 1 or 2x a week during those 2 weeks off the bike, or if i should just become a couch potato for 2 weeks period… Is it detrimental in the long run if i do some running on those 2 weeks? I guess that’s my main concern in the grand scheme of things…,
Hey @brunocfeijao,
Since you run regularly, you can continue to do so during your time off the bike. The idea is to get some R&R so just don’t triple your running volume and you’ll be fine!
Hey Suzie, first of all, thank you for the response.
And yeah, my plan would be to continue with the sunday run, and maybe just add a run on wednesday. So i wouldn’t be adding that much. It’s just that i have a hard time sitting at home doing nothing for 2 weeks.
Completely understand! There’s nothing wrong with a little activity, as long as you’re keeping the load low and your overall focus on recovery. Might I also suggest adding some extra stretching or yoga into your 2 weeks off the bike, which can help that restless feeling too.
thx for the sugestions. 