On the Road again

Last weekend I was on the bike again. Both days, Saturday and Sunday.  All I can say right now is that I am way out of shape.

My legs are strong enough but any effort would send my HR up into the red zone.  I was exhausted at only 5 miles and my neck hurted.   On Saturday, I think the heat was a big part of my exhaustion.  Sunday, I could only ride a few minutes at a steady pace then I would rest.   Total miles on the weekend?  Less than 30mi.

I still want to do the Stage race in S. Dakota.  I have only a few weeks to prepare... what to do?  The game plan (I am making this up as I type).  Each week I will try to get: One race pace ride(or intervals), one long of 3hrs+, ride, and one hill ride.  Between these harder rides I will do some very slow recovery rides.