I have this addiction,
I will not stop,
EVER !
To the New riders I see every day out on the trails struggling hard trying to get Into shape or working hard to fill your skills bag.
I say this :
It's suppose to hurt,
When you can't ride any more, when you absolutely must stop and rest don't...
Drop a few gears down, pedal a faster cadence, slow up and rest ON the bike.
Do Combat breathing, Breathe In deep and hold for a full second, breathe ALL the way out and HOLD for a full second. This will slow your heart rate and calm you so you can Get back In the Hurt Locker where you need to be.
Learn to drink ON the bike, get a Hydration pack,
Remember to eat something during the ride....
It never gets easier,
You Only go Faster,
And this makes It Harder.
You gotta learn to love to suffer
Ok I'm done