The back to back bank holidays have been great for training, and made even better for all the sunshine. It was also the first 5.30 start where I didnt need bike lights.
I got 3 good rides in over the 4 days. 75 miles on Friday, 50 miles on Saturday and 100 miles on Monday. By far the worst ride was the 50 miler. I got it in my head that it was just a short ride, but 3 hours is still a long time when the wind is in your face and when you are bored. Even though the legs felt ok I just wanted to go home after 15 - 20 miles and sit on the sofa with a big bag of nachos and a pint. I plodded through and was just glad to get home. I wasnt surprised to see an average speed of under 16.5mph for the ride... I guess it was just one of those days. I know the same thing will happen at some point during LEJOG, I just hope it isn't too often. Conversely the 100 mile ride felt great, I was strong for the entire ride and averaged 17.5 mph. I was on a real high when I finished. Then I was reminded that I was to spend most of the afternoon in the trafford centre... someone pass the nachos and a pint!
As I plan to to take the last full weekend off before LEJOG, I only have 3 more weekends for training. Now the February/March weather is a dim and distant memory I am really enjoying all these long rides, although I wont miss the early starts. And happily I'm also about 1/2 stone lighter without going near a salad.
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