Burned-Out

[arielmoon]

Tulip is on the money!

I trained and rode really hard this summer and I experienced the physical side of over-training. I wanted to ride but was increasing feeling slower and tired all the time. I am a total health foodie so I knew it wasnt my diet!

So, for the past month I have been doing B rides and once a week mtn bike ride to keep the wheels spinning but not over work myself. This is the season of centuries and charity rides and I have a full schedule. I am going to keep my goals realistic and just enjoy the rides!

Dont deny your body the two most important things it needs to heal and build strong muscles- Sleep and nourishment!!

[limewave]

I just did some reading about overtraining--that's some pretty serious business!

I've had all the symptoms too. I've even been really forgetful. I drove to the grocery store the other day and sat in the parking lot for 5 minutes trying to remember why I was there. Then I looked in my rear view mirror and saw my bike. I was supposed to meet a friend for a bike ride!

New training strategy: rest and supplying my body with the proper nutrients. I foresee walks with the kiddos, movie nights, and roasted veggies in my future.