First time since the face plant 3.5 weeks ago. Though I've wanted to ride, my head just hasn't felt quite right. So, I took some time and put on some weight unfortunately. Hah!
I'm fairly positive most fitness is gone. The ride was better than I expected. That's not saying much. My arches started aching by the time I reached top of Hogan's fountain climb. Looking at my stats I was shocked my HR hit 174. Normally, that is saved for racing. I was "riding easy".
I've spent a lot of time off the bike this year. I hope that is limited to 2012. But I know it's probably going to continue. Not due to crashes necessarily, more of the saddle problem. It's not caused by riding, this I know. I had issues while off the bike and not doing anything.
I love to sweat and today felt great. I haven't gone this long without sweating since before I started riding in 2007.
Looking at next year's calendar and races. Probably won't set anything in place until Christmas/New Year's. Hope to get to some new venues.
Today's weather was great. Lots of people in the park and on the trails.
All the best to all of you.
peace
