B the Bike

Life is full of surprises. When embracing the challenge of training for a cross state bicycle ride I anticipated sore legs, sore calf muscles and a questionable cardio baseline. Much to my surprise my cardio is okay (for a baseline) and my legs feel great.

“What are the surprises?” you ask.

My ass is killing me. I mean seriously, “OWE!” I so did not see that coming!

Fortunately I had the opportunity to speak with Double A Ron tonight and he was not at all surprised by my saddle sores. As a result of our conversation I will be purchasing padded riding shorts before I ride tomorrow.

Surprise #2 – Because I’ve had so much to think about while riding the time on the bike passes quickly.

Special K kindly provided me with an awesome CD for motivation. The classic/new rock mix has just the right edge to keep the blood pumping and feet moving while on the trainer.

I think that training for this cross state ride may keep me sane during the next few months. In the past week I’ve put my house up for sale, shared my life plans with my family and discovered what happens to your derriere when you ride. Those challenges are insignificant when compared to being away from the one I Love and want to be near. So with each turn of the crank I’m a few moments closer to my destination.

I’m doing this for me, but the ride would be incomplete without you.