An important element of any training programme is just how long you can put it off for

Many riders seem determined to peak in December, observes the Doc, who's tempted to delay his winter training until the spring

Dr Hutch enjoying a ride in spring
(Image credit: Alamy/Future)

Late last year I wrote a column which in passing mentioned that, in my view, winter miles don’t count till after Christmas. This suggestion made several people very cross, and they got in touch to tell me so, which satisfied me greatly. For what it’s worth I have been re-assessing this opinion. My Christmas watershed is sliding rapidly Easter-wards. 

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Michael Hutchinson

Michael Hutchinson is a writer, journalist and former professional cyclist. His Dr Hutch columns appears in every issue of Cycling Weekly magazine. 

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