Winter Training???

Gotta tell you.... it's tough to get in to off season training when your riding in 65 degree temps in December. Wheels and I planned a mid day mid week training ride down to the coast and back last week. This is a photo from the middle of Latigo Rd. 3 miles into an 8 mile climb. Although Jenn and I train a lot on our own we try to hook up for a ride at least every other week together. Having a training partner really helps you get trough a long work week; training and the 9-5 daylighting we do for income. We're both climbing strong. Not fast....strong. Lifting weights a few days a week makes the legs sore. On top of the lifting Wheels did all the climbing in a bi gear at 50 cadence. This day we climbed 3100 feet in 32 miles and had a blast doing it.

VK in the off season

I don't even know where to start. I have been a bit out of touch since Anna and I winning the first ever Womens Madison on October 4th. Since then, I have recovered, celebrated another birthday, started running, and in the process of moving to Scotts Valley CA. In the meantime..... I have started my winter training program. I have a personal trainer from Marshall Fitness www.teammarshallperformance.com. It's pretty amazing the training he has been putting me through. It has given me new perspective on effective strength conditioning. The VK team has been confirmed for 2010 and has a formal announcement at www.vanderkittenracing.com. Even though I feel like the 09 season just ended, I am excited for 2010.

This is a photo of Wilson and I out mountain bike riding. We had a blast. I'll be better about posting more photos and blogs for everyone. Promise.