Quote Originally Posted by KnottedYet View Post
One of the things a sports psychologist can help with is getting out of the "numbers rut." Not to worry about time, or repetitions, or pounds, or wattage, or heart-rate.

To instead listen to the body. Not to look at graphs, "averages", or charts.

Not to get caught up in "I should be going THIS fast. I should ride THIS long. I should meet THIS goal. I only did THAT much, I can't be tired yet, so I'll keep going no matter how I feel."
Get out of my head, Knott

No, seriously, I could have written that. I'm a data junkie with a competitive streak, and it's a tough habit to break.

One thing that has been helpful has been yoga. In addition to all of the good core and flexibility work, there's a strong focus on being in the moment, in tune with your body, and "not hurting you" (to quote my fav instructor). My brain needs that....

Bug, it sure sounds like you're overdoing it. Only you can decide why, and what you can do to fix it. Take care of yourself, okay?