It has been a gradual but steady progression back to a decent level of fitness. Yesterday's time trial provided some badly needed positive reinforcement. Although I didn't have a particularly great ride, my heart rate was a mere 152 bpm avg and 159 bpm max, at least my legs and lungs were up to the task. Today starts week 14, a rest and recovery week which precedes another harder build phase that should take me right into the beginning of the Georgia Cyclocross racing season. Running and weights are now in my weekly workout routine - running for 'cross, and weights for the 2005 road season.