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07-23-03, 04:44 PM
I cannot beleive it myself. The first 15 miles I felt sluggish ( had headwind and the hilly part of the ride ) but then I perked up and slowly got into a rythm.
First checked 25 mile point at 1:12:45, then ended up doing 50 in 2:25 flat @ 20.6 mph average. Did easy spinning for the last 9 miles for part of my recovery.
I got a good bath at the 30 mile mark and rode in a downpour for about 20 minutes or so but it was actualy refreshing and I think it helped me by cooling my body.
The most significant factor of my training this year that is different from my normal regime is I am doing more recovery rides. And I am doing more intense intervals once a week.
Every two weeks I will do a minimum 15 mile max effort ride as well.
I am happy with where I am now especially considering an erratic training schedule.
I really beleive in the power of disciplined recovery now more than ever!
First checked 25 mile point at 1:12:45, then ended up doing 50 in 2:25 flat @ 20.6 mph average. Did easy spinning for the last 9 miles for part of my recovery.
I got a good bath at the 30 mile mark and rode in a downpour for about 20 minutes or so but it was actualy refreshing and I think it helped me by cooling my body.
The most significant factor of my training this year that is different from my normal regime is I am doing more recovery rides. And I am doing more intense intervals once a week.
Every two weeks I will do a minimum 15 mile max effort ride as well.
I am happy with where I am now especially considering an erratic training schedule.
I really beleive in the power of disciplined recovery now more than ever!