Should i feel like this?

mosa

Hello all, may be a daft question but ive been cycling now since feb regularly, say 35 at weekend and at least 15-20 every other night. I have a protein shake after the ride and again in the morning. I am also reducing my weight or trying to. The question is i still struggle at times and find it hard to get more miles in. My pb is 37miles @ an average of 16.4mph my legs or thighs constantly feel heavy/tight but the day after i still feel as if i can head out again.

Is there anything i can do differently to increase my mileage.

Also do i need to have a protein shake after my rides (only do it to repair muscles)

thanks

estampida

have a rest day

or some cross training..... hit the pool

but if your legs are tired they are......... they need some rest

BeaconRuth

mosa wrote:

Is there anything i can do differently to increase my mileage?

If you can ride 100+ miles in total in a week then you can ride 70-80 miles in one go. If you want to ride further then set off and just keep riding - but not too hard. Expect to be 1 to 2mph slower if you want to ride further. And make sure you keep eating snacks as you go - banana, biscuits, flapjack, anything really - and plenty of water of course.

Also do i need to have a protein shake after my rides (only do it to repair muscles)

No. A normal diet is all you need.

Ruth

mosa

Thanks for the replies. I usually put zero tablets in my water do I need to this all the time or is water alone sufficient ?

BeaconRuth

mosa wrote:

Thanks for the replies. I usually put zero tablets in my water do I need to this all the time or is water alone sufficient ?

They're not necessary if you're eating regularly. You'll get what you need from the food.

Ruth