Originally Posted by
Kurt Erlenbach
You're completely correct, OTG. But that's the thing - while advancing age certainly has a way of getting in the way of getting better, we nonetheless CAN get better. And it's frustrating when we don't, or it seems we can't. But we can; it's just a matter of figuring out how.
I feel like I am getting better. If that's a delusion, I'm sticking with it. I decided to eat less, eat better "stuff" and be a bit more diligent about exercise. Seems to be working in that I have lost about 8 lbs and I really do feel good. I know I will never be as strong as my 20 yr. old college football self. But, I can get smarter and perfect my technique on the bike. Back to the rollers and focus on cadence and proper shifting on the road. Always looking to ride with, as the French would say, "supplesse."