Bloatesque

Age and meds seemingl go hand in hand (or hand to mouth more accurately). A seeming rash of reflux is plauging the team -- at least two of us have "issues". Nothing like a big white barium swallow turd to curve the appetite. I may never eat a brat again.

Anyway, I think some of the change/lack of reflux meds have effected my power curve. I felt really bloated and slow for the past week -- job stress/requirements have not helped. I am at that point where I know I need to train to feel good, but don't feel quite good enough to train. I hope tomorrow's spin class will break that cycle (no pun intended).

The weather down here has been damp and foggy. No reason not to hit the road and I feel a little guilty not riding while my brothers are relegated to indoor training. February will spell the change I hope where obligations will smooth out and I can return to a normal training routine.

Well, it's finally Friday and a cold Chimay is calling. Thank Heaven for Belgian carbs.

Be safe and spin on.

Long Time No Blog

Hi Team,

It has been a long time since I put up a post. I read a few religiously every day but don't write mine. I will try to be more dedicated now.

It is 2008 and I hope to get some centuries and team rides in. Training should have begun in earnest but work and obligations tend to take a front burner at this stage. I still have the same demons namely PTW ratio -- can't seem to drop that last few lbs. I have had more time on a spin cylce than my bike, but they are quality workouts. Plus I have added in weights/core training. I think the teacher is an ex-columbian drill instructor. Or I am a 4 year old girl -- I struggle at times and end up shaking like Paris Hilton's chihuahua.

So, I know I can do the distances. I know I have the right equipment now (triple conversion complete and working). It is up to time, training and diet.

Team, let me know your goals for 2008 and lets work on them together!

Spin on