First Century & Flying Solo

[arielmoon]

Thanks everyone. (((GROUP HUG)))

Again, the advice here was priceless. We never stopped for more than 10 mins and I had plenty of engery gels and shot blocks. I think I want a bento box for the next one cause I did not like the extra weight of my full pockets of my jersey.

I was plenty fit and recovered 100% by the next day except for the knee. It is going to need more ice therapy in preparation (it was bothering me a little on thurs before the ride and I should have started icing it then- next time I will!).

I am also extremely grateful for finding a riding partner that did not hold me back or drop me. He and I made a great team and I hope to co-ordinate with him in the future.

[TrekTheKaty]

Ibuprofen (anti-inflammatory) I used to avoid all over-the-counter medications, but when I hurt my back, I realized being proactive is better than being laid up. (Just make sure you have food in your stomache). I took some before my century and didn't need it during, but had it with me.

[arielmoon]

Ibuprofen (anti-inflammatory) I used to avoid all over-the-counter medications, but when I hurt my back, I realized being proactive is better than being laid up. (Just make sure you have food in your stomache). I took some before my century and didn't need if during, but had it with me.

YES!!

Funny thing is that I never take ANYTHING (except when I have cramps but that only happens every few months if at all) but I had brought some ibuprofen with me and had it in my truck because I was worried about my back. I didnt anticipate the knee. I figured out pretty quickly to take it with food. Next time I will carry some with me on the ride!

[kermit]

Awesome ride, good job! I have one this weekend and am stoked. The weather is supposed to cool down. I wanted to suggest using Alcis for your knee. Its a topical pain med, over the counter and works great. My husband and I use it after heay training days and it really helps.

[arielmoon]

Awesome ride, good job! I have one this weekend and am stoked. The weather is supposed to cool down. I wanted to suggest using Alcis for your knee. Its a topical pain med, over the counter and works great. My husband and I use it after heay training days and it really helps.

Thank you! Unfortunately Alcis and other products like Surpass (a horse product people I know use) contain several parabens and I really try to avoid them when possible. I use Traumeel but cant say that I feel a difference.

Good luck this weekend!