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Lifecycle edition 3 Autumn 2016 v1

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together and keeps us fit, but I’m happy to accept that strava<br />

rn me into Chris Froome, or produce David Brailsford running<br />

ntract to ride for sky. Instead, I’m happy to accept that my<br />

the other aspects of my life.<br />

ride becomes more difficult the older we get. There are a<br />

t of which is, quite rightly, our families.<br />

al off into the distance and ride forever, I also want to spend<br />

nd enjoy nothing more than a ride with one of my two sons. It<br />

m to get the throngs of mainly male orientated large cycling<br />

eading off for a full day in the saddle, all resplendent in their<br />

ersations: “But I can’t do that; you know it’s the club ride.<br />

day.’<br />

in many hours later and sit down to dinner. I know this<br />

, but it’s true. You know it and can’t deny it. So what is it that<br />

is - it’s a balance guys. You’re not Froomey and never can be.<br />

ading out early on Sunday whilst the kids are still sleeping, and<br />

inviting the kids along, or giving up my ride for family reasons.<br />

ake the peloton, nor will the British Cycling track team come a<br />

main fun. That for me is the priority, along with a stop along

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