Knee pain recovery vs preserving fitness for La Marmotte

I've been dogged with knee trouble during my training for La Marmotte (next Saturday). Over the past couple of months it's been OK but just over a week ago it flared up badly again during a hill repeats session. I've tried to train since then, but have only managed two 50-60 mile rides. The knee has not been happy at all, particularly since my ride on Thursday night.
I feel that the knee needs rest to recover properly, but I'm paranoid about losing fitness. How much difference wil it make if I don't do any more training between now and the big day next Saturday?
Alternatively, is there any other kind of training I could do that would help preserve fitness without pissing off the knee?
Any help appreciated.
I feel that the knee needs rest to recover properly, but I'm paranoid about losing fitness. How much difference wil it make if I don't do any more training between now and the big day next Saturday?
Alternatively, is there any other kind of training I could do that would help preserve fitness without pissing off the knee?
Any help appreciated.
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it's a hard life if you don't weaken.
As far as fitness goes, you aren't going to lose much a week out from the event although it is an individual thing - some people feel sluggish if they don't get some good hard efforts in (short and fast intervals for example) while others will feel rested and relaxed. Clearly your knee needs rest so that has to be the priority.
Good luck.
Fingers crossed that I put in enough work up to this point!
the effort and miles in since February and your speed going up hills is hardly sluggish. As
mentioned up thread, take some anti inflammatory tablets with you, just in case you need them.
Good luck, I'm sure you'll do well.
Enjoy the Marmotte, good Luck.
My knees are now OK but every now and again there is a warning if I act too violently when climbing, particularly when out of the saddle.
So very best of luck for the Marmotte and take it in your own stride.