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I started racing this year, trained last year to a plan, but it was all a mix on the bike or turbo and some core work (no weights, no plyometrics).
This winter I would like to incorporate some weights into my winter training - I'm not interested in getting a full-time coach at this point as:
a) I don't really have very specific goals (other than continue to lose weight and dull a full season of track league/opens next year).
b) I can't really afford it - especially if I'm paying for gym membership.
c) I'm happy to coach myself with the help of reading and improving on what I did last year.
However, I'd like to develop good habits and form for weight work going forward - what is my best option in terms of this? Should I get a PT for a couple of sessions in the gym to show me how to do things properly - or do I need a cycling-specific coach? Or would it be enough to have a friend who is experienced with this kind of work and has good technique to take me throughit?