It is getting closer

I know I have not wrote since Monday and there really is no excuse. It has been a week since I last rode. But today I went for a quick 20 mile ride. It only took me a hour and 40 minutes. That is pretty good. I have been stretching and working out in other ways. But mostly mental. Well I have to get ready for work.

Thinking

Well here I have been busy this last weekend. I have not done any riding since Friday. I know I have been slacking. But it really was not not possible to fully train. I am thinking I will slack a little more and really start back on Wednesday. I will start dieting as well in order to shed a few pounds by the start of the ride. It seems the closer to the ride the more hectic things are becoming to be. As there are commitments and things to get ready and such. It is crazy but I realize with Patience and a little foresight and planning things will come into focus and the ride will be successful. We really had a busy weekend with birthday party and a blessing which required driving up to Ferndale and back in one day. 6 hours or driving. But it actually was a nice drive because Adam drove and the rest of us just hung out and visited and watched movies. Well today is a new day. Take care.

TGIF

I only rode a quick 20 today. The weather sure changed allot just from yesterday. I was a slacker the last two days. I had some appointments and shopping etc. Oh well so much for the excuses. I have been having a difficult time with my lower back and bum. But I think I have made some alterations to the bike which gave me more comfort on my ride now. I am also finding that it is necessary to stop and take a short break every 20 miles or so. This may not be the case for every one but i believe it is for me. Our weather has been quite hot lately but it has taken a turn for the better i hope. Although the hot muggy weather lately has probably gave me a little taste of what Iowa will be on the ragbrai. Well have a great day.

"Milestone"

I actually did it today (Monday) I rode my bicycle 52 miles. I know this may not be huge for other people. But it was for me. I do not recall ever riding this far before. I was actually in fairly good shape when I arrived. I even went to work that night. On tuesday I only rode 20 miles due to time constraints. But it was a great ride never the less. I am working up to doing a couple of 75 milers. But we will see. The weather has actually cooperating quite well. Hope it continues. Have a great day.

Another milestone

I rode 43 miles today. It was rather pleasant. Although that was not the case onFriday when I only rode 30 miles. I think I may have stumbled on to a secret. I stopped today at the 20 mile mark and had a milkshake. Then I continued on my way. I was no speed demon. I did 43 miles in a hour and half. The weather was great. I finished up in good spirits and I was not too sore either. I was kinda dissappointed on friday. But today I feel really good. I am positive I will be able to ride the whole Ragbrai. May not as fast as I wanted but never the less still complete it. Have a great day.