Hi all,
Quick backstory: in 2024 I hit my best ever fitness thanks to training for an Everesting attempt, which I managed to complete in September. Big high point for me.
Then life got in the way — new job, much less time on the bike, and I basically went from 5–6 riding days a week (~11hrs / 150mi / 240km) to zero. By the time I realised the role wasn’t right and switched jobs in May 2025, I’d gained about 2 stone (12kg) and lost nearly all my fitness.
Since May I’ve been getting back into it — averaging ~5hrs / 75mi (120km) per week across 3–4 riding days, mostly from a short 6-mile (9.6km) commute each way. I’ve also jumped on a few longer club rides (~70mi / 110km one a month since July), but understandably I’m way off the pace, especially on climbs, and that’s been frustrating compared to where I was last year.
The good news: I’ve already dropped a stone (6kg) since May and I’m feeling motivated again. Plan is to start TrainerRoad on 1st October 2025 and run through to mid-March 2026 with a simple goal — be fitter, enjoy club rides again without being dropped, and keep working on weight loss.
I’d love some advice on which TR plan(s) would suit me best for that goal with a commitment level of 5-6 hrs a week.
Thanks in advance!
