Well, you had a lot going on this year. Don't beat yourself up for not being "ready" for this whole ride. You'll be ready for the one you're actually planning for.
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05-09-2007, 08:25 PM #1
Team Embolism
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Sarah
When it's easy, ride hard; when it's hard, ride easy.
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05-09-2007, 08:33 PM #2
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Starfish, don't feel bad about choosing the shorter route. Emotional and mental stress work on the body the same way physical stress does. Yours has been ongoing with recent major events. Just do what you can now so you don't jeopardize the later goal. See how you feel the day of the ride and make your decision then. You can always do the shorter ride at a bit higher intensity. You'll still get benefit from that.
When I think about the way my body reacts to major life events, I'm empathizing with you. I've been there. Just do what you can but don't beat yourself up for changing your plans as you go.Frends know gud humors when dey is hear it. ~ Da Crockydiles of ZZE.
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05-09-2007, 08:33 PM #3
It Matters To This One
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Sarah, thanks. That really is true. I'm a little angry at myself for coping with eating rather than workouts for awhile there last winter
, but it is the past, and you're right...I will do what is wise, and I will have a GREAT ride in August! 
And, I plan to use the 112 mile route as a training ride, probably in mid-June, late-June, early-mid-July. There will be time.
What's the saying...discretion being the better part of valor?
"The best rides are the ones where you bite off much more than you can chew, and live through it." ~ Doug Bradbury
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