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Old 06-15-09 | 06:43 AM
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mjw16
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From: Alexandria, VA

Bikes: IRO Model 19, Surly Crosscheck, 1989 Arnie Nashbar, Cannondale CAADX, Niner Air 9

Tough ride in: sore legs and really tired-a real struggle. I did a 30 miler yesterday with the focus on hills training, well, one hill in particular. It's not a huge hill but fairly steep (steeper than anything I face on my commute) and the 30 miles weren't a problem but, I rode the hill 6 times in succession while staying seated and in my big ring. I'd crest the hill, rest for a minute or two, and do it again. I wasn't puking or anything but, it's more than I've been used to doing. Legs did ok but I'm really feeling it this morning. Then, our son had us up several times last night; allergies (lots of coughing/crying). So, I'm exhausted today with rubbery legs. I took it easy, spinning and coasting quite a bit. Kept my speed around 15/16 mph. for most of the ride. I'll focus on recovery in the early part of the week and am planning another training ride next weekend. I think I've finally figured out how to incorporate an early weekend training ride while managing: household chores, a baby, the wife, etc-looks like it'll be a good summer.
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