First week of training is almost done and dusted. I have a 3hr ride scheduled tomorrow and that brings a close to the first week. Its been a nice change getting back into the swing of things with diet, core, training, and maximizing every minute of the day. I must admit sometimes I find myself thinking about going out with friends or staying out late but then I am quickly reminded that the season has started and October is over. There is no room for that anymore. However at the same time its nice to have that structure back in my life and following a schedule everyday. Its not about whats fun anymore, its about what is best for school and the bike. What works for me is making a schedule for the next day before I go to bed every night and every Sunday I make a rough schedule of the week. By doing this I can hold myself accountable and make sure I am getting everything done that I need to from training to schoolwork.
Its starting to get pretty cold out here in Banner Elk, NC and I find myself taking 20 minutes just to get dressed to go ride, putting on up to 5 layers on for a ride in the 30′s and 40′s. Now before y’all start making fun of me for that, I will just put it out there that I am a pansy when it comes to the cold, and yes I am from MT so I know it makes no sense but live with it!!! ;)
On the school front, we are only two weeks away from Thanksgiving Break which is quickly followed by finals and that will bring a close to the first semester. It continues to surprise me every year how fast the semesters go by.
Well I am off to study more after a 3hr ride with Jerika Hutchinson this morning and a feast of Mexican food after. Hope everyone has a great weekend.
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–NW
