Last year I put a lot of pressure on myself to rack up the km's, etc etc. I was doing 160km+/wk, did well at many mtn bike events and my first 200km. I wanted to do 10,000km last year.
It took a cycling mishap to bring me back down to reality. Spending 4 months away from something I love made me think about how much it means to be out there! I've spent the last 6 months getting myself back to the shape I was and will probably need a bit more time..
I'm desperate to get my right leg muscles to the exact strength I require to jump out of the saddle quickly. I am desperate to do longer distances but am not going to beat myself up if I don't do one right away. Patience...
The trails, your bike and the cycling community will always be there. If you need to take time away to rejuvinate yourself, then so be it.
C
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09-13-2008, 11:10 PM #1
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09-14-2008, 06:20 AM #2
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If Lance can do it, why not you?
It is normal to burn out when you are passionate about something. It comes back if you just let the embers rest.
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