This is a de-load week, allowing your body to adapt and absorb the training while staying consistent. This week is all about lowering volume and intensity while still moving with quality and intention. Recovery weeks give your body time to adapt, absorb training, and come back stronger. Without regular deloads, fatigue can build up and limit progress — both physically and mentally. Deloads aren’t just for your muscles; they also help ease the mental and emotional toll that consistent training can take. It’s a chance to reset your energy, reconnect with your “why,” and make space for the other things that matter in your life, without losing momentum. Focus on reduce your cycling volume by 20-30% (shorten your long ride and ease off intensity), use lighter weights (drop load by ~20-30%) while keeping movement controlled, and focus on smooth, high-quality reps rather than pushing for more weight.