How To Know When To Train After Illness

At some point we’ve all been forced to take a break from training as a result of a nasty cold or flu, but how do you gauge when it’s safe to get back on the bike again? Matt reveals all in this video.
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One of the hardest calls to make as a cyclist is when to return to training after illness. If you’re used to training every day then time out can be as much of a mental challenge as a physical one. Go back too soon, however, and you risk having to spend more time off the bike recovering. In this video, learn the importance of monitoring your resting heart rate and the sorts of training you should do post illness.

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