| 1. This is an averagely hilly training route that has been designed to give both a physical and psychological exercise.
The hills and distance provide the physical element, and can be increased by either repeating the entire circuit, or repeating smaller loops designed into the circuit.
Riding on main roads, improves the psychological confidence in getting used to dealing with different levels of traffic. By chosing the day, or time of day, to ride wisely, you can increase the level of traffic you encounter at a pace that suits and stretches your own confidence level. |