Flexible training

I've written about this time each of the past couple of years about cross training as winter approaches with skiing and other sports to break up the monotony of training when the weather prevents us from being out on the road. My winter weight training program has started and the colder temperatures bring on that feeling that the indoor trainer time is quickly approaching.

Actually, it's already here. I travel periodically to Boise and Spokane for work for two or three days. I have a minivan for a company car and always take a bike with me - just in case. It's come in very handy this year.

Last night I had to work late and it was already dark so outdoor riding wasn't an option. Fortunately, not only did I bring a bike but I also brought a trainer. Be flexible when you travel - take running clothes, use the hotel workout room (something I don't do), join a gym like Anytime Fitness or YMCA that has locations around the country that you can use. Just get a workout in. It's too easy when the days are short and it's cold to talk yourself out of the exercise.