Logged 110 miles in over 7 hours of riding Friday. It was a tough day for me. Cold to start at 21 degrees. Headwinds the last 50 miles. I probably didn't eat and drink enough so my mind and body went into those "dark places" that happens every once in a while when I'm really struggling. I was in some easy gears for quite a long time.

I rode 62 miles today and did much better. More of a typical pace and didn't struggle nearly as much. Fortunately it felt more like a normal ride.

So, 10+ hours in the saddle and probably burned 8000+ calories in the process. And I haven't lost any weight. Heck. That's the main reason I'm out there trying to put in all those miles right now.......

Seems like I post this every year. I'm not overeating but I know I'm eating stuff I shouldn't. I really, really enjoyed Italy but I think I'm still paying the price for how much I enjoyed it. Maybe the same New Year's Resolution for the 10th year in a row to cut out the fructose, carbohydrates and alcohol. When I do that my weight just starts peeling off.......

I just wish it got easier the older I got!