AIDS Life Cycle -- first time!

[Trek420]

.... need to discipline myself right now -- and then to the opposite later on to make sure I log the miles/hours in the saddle that will be required.

I was thinking, you're a returning rider, first time ALC don't forget to crosstrain. Think of hours training not just miles. Walk, swim, and especially anything that increases range of motion such as Yoga or Pillates (sp?) it all counts.

It's a loooong @ss ride and a lot of repetitive motion. You'll need your non cycling specific muscles almost as much as the bike specific muscles. And bike muscles need a break. Take rest days however when training I take a rest day as a workout but in something that helps my range of motion.

Packing tips here:
http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=6233

Oh, and have fun!!