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11-24-07, 10:32 PM
Being a newer (fewer post) BF lurker I decided to embark upon a special training program for the upcoming season. Now I must warn you this is not for the faint of heart and takes real dedication. Do not attempt this ever.
My theory was simple. I will enjoy the traditional Thanksgiving Day feast with my family and friends. Mix in a few rides and viola..one highly motivated and energized cat. This was no "last minute " gorge fest. My training for this meal began shortly after my end of season veg-a-thon. Going to the gym, cardio , weights, indoor riding when my daytime job ran late. I was ready.
Since I am no cook, I examined some of the ingredients, stuffing starts with bread crumbs, turkey, pumpkin is a vegetable, potatoes, and fruit salad. Sounds pretty good and full of energy. What I did not foresee was what can happen to those ingredients during the "battle of the best dish". Pumpkin turned into three types of pie including a cheesecake version that should be illegal. Breadcrumbs are mixed with gosh knows what to make a 2lb filler. I was losing my battle to remain conscious after the 3rd straight movie. Hmm...Maybe this won't work? Maybe that quick ride Thurs am wasn't enough. Not too fear .Friday I will ride some more...
Oh wait there is the post turkey day lunch buffet..This is not looking good. Another ride to try to offset this setback. Now I have leftovers fri night just to revisit my favorites (pumpkin cheesecake). I have now figured out what is in "stuffing", it is crack..How else can it be so addictive?
I decide sat morning to test the impacts of my decisions. I meet a few of my friends that are doing one of those OC "casual-base-miles-rip-your-legs-off" rides. I knew I was in trouble when the pack surged a couple times during the 27 mph warm up and I immediately said my good byes. Perfect day to ride by myself anyway.
I still have one more day to begin an immediate hunger strike. I know that fitness can be gained, plus the upside is that I am faster on the downhills. So there doesn’t need to be any pity. I tested the impacts of Thanksgiving Day feast vs cycling so that others may learn.
Gotta run the ol microwave is just about done. Have fun out there kiddies
My theory was simple. I will enjoy the traditional Thanksgiving Day feast with my family and friends. Mix in a few rides and viola..one highly motivated and energized cat. This was no "last minute " gorge fest. My training for this meal began shortly after my end of season veg-a-thon. Going to the gym, cardio , weights, indoor riding when my daytime job ran late. I was ready.
Since I am no cook, I examined some of the ingredients, stuffing starts with bread crumbs, turkey, pumpkin is a vegetable, potatoes, and fruit salad. Sounds pretty good and full of energy. What I did not foresee was what can happen to those ingredients during the "battle of the best dish". Pumpkin turned into three types of pie including a cheesecake version that should be illegal. Breadcrumbs are mixed with gosh knows what to make a 2lb filler. I was losing my battle to remain conscious after the 3rd straight movie. Hmm...Maybe this won't work? Maybe that quick ride Thurs am wasn't enough. Not too fear .Friday I will ride some more...
Oh wait there is the post turkey day lunch buffet..This is not looking good. Another ride to try to offset this setback. Now I have leftovers fri night just to revisit my favorites (pumpkin cheesecake). I have now figured out what is in "stuffing", it is crack..How else can it be so addictive?
I decide sat morning to test the impacts of my decisions. I meet a few of my friends that are doing one of those OC "casual-base-miles-rip-your-legs-off" rides. I knew I was in trouble when the pack surged a couple times during the 27 mph warm up and I immediately said my good byes. Perfect day to ride by myself anyway.
I still have one more day to begin an immediate hunger strike. I know that fitness can be gained, plus the upside is that I am faster on the downhills. So there doesn’t need to be any pity. I tested the impacts of Thanksgiving Day feast vs cycling so that others may learn.
Gotta run the ol microwave is just about done. Have fun out there kiddies