Originally Posted by
Jim from Boston
To each his own, but I’m a data wonk, and I find a graphic chart of my mileage-to-date to be a satisfying and effective motivator.
A few decades ago I worked as an editor for Bicycling Magazine.
I wrote this story about a guy who documents and spreadsheets every ride. It was satire, but when I pitched it at an editorial meeting, every head swiveled to one senior editor. Who. Was. Not. Amused.
He knew ever inch he had ridden in his life, and the average speed.
So I got fired for making fun of spreadsheet riding data. (I still think it's a joke. Read the story.)