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My work hours mean i dont get out on weekdays much (too dark, bad urban area for riding) , so the compromise was indoors before or after work and longer outdoor rides on the weekend. About 80% of my riding time is indoors. As my goals are still to increase fitness for summer and events, there is motivation to get on and do the 1-1.5hrs a day. I actually prefer it for training purposes, you dont have to deal with drivers, bad roads, traffic stop and go and you can go as hard as you want for as long as you can. It cant replace outdoor riding/skills dev but it is the most time efficient work out imo.
Like the other poster said, you need to have a reason to get on, a plan to follow, a goal to achieve. Getting on and spinning doesnt work for me. Putting trainer on ERG and doing a z2/intervals with a good tv show on does. Getting on zwift and tackling one of the climbs with a smart trainer works, chasing virtual friends down too. Dont just stare at your stats ans clock for an hour, that will put anyone in the asylum!
It cant replace outdoor riding but for some of us, its the next best thing. Set yourself up for success, set goals, test your setup for what works for you (music, tv, fans), make a plan and stick to it. Thats what worked for me anyway.
Ps this is for winter only. During the summer, my trainer use drops significantly and I try to get out for morning rides instead.