The heat is finally here in Santa Ynez, along with the usual California forest fires just miles away. Santa Barbara is getting hit with a fire that has burned many homes and part of the city proper. Luckily for us, the wind is heading westward so the likelihood that our place will alight is nonexistent and the smoke is insignificant. Mind you, with all my extra time on my hands I’ve been playing with matches. I kid.
With the heat, my antsiness is unbearable. There is nothing I love more than getting on my bike in the heat of the day. Next week will mark 6 weeks since I was diagnosed with the fracture. I’ll wait until mid-week to test outdoor riding. Just a few more days of being patient!
Coming back from a lay-off in both cycling and running has taken its toll on the old ticker, legs and overall fitness (and mind, of course). If I hate anything, it’s feeling out of shape when you start running and cycling. I know I’ll be doing the Doc shuffle (but slower!) up and down our local rubber track. And more likely, slower yet… I’ll be cycling with no pressure. Both Chuckie and Doc said to remove the chain from my bike and stick with indoor riding! With the inferno and the wind gusts here, it’s probably a good idea.
I’m up for the challenge though, and I’m definitely not complaining! In fact, I’ve made a vow to never complain about a hard workout or tiredness. There is little worse than being sidelined for 8 weeks. I’m ready to be on fire!
With the heat, my antsiness is unbearable. There is nothing I love more than getting on my bike in the heat of the day. Next week will mark 6 weeks since I was diagnosed with the fracture. I’ll wait until mid-week to test outdoor riding. Just a few more days of being patient!
Coming back from a lay-off in both cycling and running has taken its toll on the old ticker, legs and overall fitness (and mind, of course). If I hate anything, it’s feeling out of shape when you start running and cycling. I know I’ll be doing the Doc shuffle (but slower!) up and down our local rubber track. And more likely, slower yet… I’ll be cycling with no pressure. Both Chuckie and Doc said to remove the chain from my bike and stick with indoor riding! With the inferno and the wind gusts here, it’s probably a good idea.
I’m up for the challenge though, and I’m definitely not complaining! In fact, I’ve made a vow to never complain about a hard workout or tiredness. There is little worse than being sidelined for 8 weeks. I’m ready to be on fire!
2 comments:
Take your time and come back slow no need in trying to come back to fast and hurting something else.
Remember all of this pent up energy when it's time for your 1st race.
Thanks BRFOOT. It will take a lot of patience to start slowly. But that is why Doc and Chuckie are here...to keep a hold of the reigns! :)
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