I just got back into riding less than 6 months ago. I have both a road and mtb that I constantly switch up weekly. I love riding the single tracks available in my back yard (3 regional parks nearby!) and having the option to ride on the roads.
While I've been out riding at least every other day for the past 6 months, I still haven't lost my drive to keep going out and getting a good ride in. My off days are torture now since I'm still jonesing for a ride LOL. That said, another member here posted up some information about a race that will take place next year called the Tour of the CA Alps - Deathride. Now when I first read the post I thought to myself, someday I will be able to ride that race. But a funny thing happened, the idea of riding in the race has not let go. I've already begun to train and this has hugely increased my drive to get out and ride. I know that I have a long way to go, but by next July I WILL BE READY for this race!
So for my two cents, set yourself some goals and go blast through them and then set some more. Give yourself something to aim towards.
Happy riding!
PS: whoever posted up about the Deathride, thank you! Much needed motivation and possibly a life changing event as my lifestyle has begun to have lots of small positive changes since I've committed to this new goal.