i try to stay in the best shape i can through out the year whether i'm going to cycle or not. i don't put any numbers on what "in shape" means to me, i just continue to work toward my goals in the most productive way i can (whatever i feel i should be doing). i haven't gone more than 3 days out of the gym since i can remember. man i need a vacation, dominican republic sounds fun, the viking lodge specifically.