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Training Indoors

Hi all experenced club members. I need your help to understand what makes up an effective indoor training program. I work long hours so very time poor. I can squeeze in some indoor training during the week in addition to a couple of long weekend sessions outdoors but would love to know how to do this in the most effective way. Try not to laugh but I see "Ergo Session" mentioned all the time and everyone seems freaked out by the pain it inflicts but is that simply a session on a indoor trainer with a DVD or is an Ergo are particular piece of equipment? Can someone please recommend the most effective piece of indoor equipment, set up or program to use indoors so I can work towards establishing that environment. All recommendations/suggestions like web links etc greatly appreciated as I would love several perspectives. Has anyone bought the Wattbike? Thank for your feedback and interest.

Discussion started by Ross Burrage , on 966 days ago
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Craig McCartney
Hello Ross

It has been a while since your questions, so you may have already had answers.
Indoor training can be quite effective if following a specific program. By following a specific sets of intervals, the time on the indoor can pass rather quickly. it is when no routine is followed that the sessions become boring and unmotivating. An ergo is a purpose built indoor bike with either a fan or resistance equipped front wheel. The other indoor option is a wind trainer whereby you put your rear wheel of your bike onto it and use that.

Through my business i run indoor ergo classes, the facility has 8 ergos and classes are held morning and nights during the week. more information on these can be found on www.cmcycling.com.au.
i am happy to have a chat about any other training or racing questions you may have.
cheers
craig
916 days ago