Originally Posted by
bpcyclist
I rode one of the toughest climbs we have here in town early yesterday morning (Mt. Scott). Had not done that one before. It was only 2 1/2 hours door to door, but that climb was relentless and brutal. And steep! I usually don't really feel much after an averageish ride, but last night, my gluts were kinda tweaked. This morning, I actually took an ibuprofen (never, ever take that stuff). I'm sore. So, I did not ride this morning.
A quick look up says you climbed an average grade of 5.7% for 4.2 miles. That's pretty damn good--definitely a serious workout. If you're sore, take the day off. I think that's important both physically and psychologically. Making yourself ride through pain is a pretty good way to get yourself to hate riding.