Things are in full swing here in Muskoka. Triathlon season has begun and I sadly won't be doing much racing. I have been dealing with injury for what seems like forever and although I am able to swim, bike and run...putting them together isn't going well for me. I am doing all the steps to help the healing process and I look forward to cheering at the great local races. However, I needed a focus... something to make me less disappointed about not racing...so I made one up myself. I'm calling it the "Tour de France Challenge".... a test to my body and mind for the next three weeks. The goal....to try to ride when the Tour de France bike racers ride(on the same days..not time of day...that would just be too crazy given the time zone) ...and to do 50% of their daily distance (1831.75km total). I know it won't be easy and I know I will probably have moments of wondering why I decided to do this challenge...but those of you who know me know that I love that crazy stuff. It's my idea of fun!!
I am hoping by making this challenge public that I will stay motivated to reach my goal. I expect you all to kick me out the door (figuratively) when I don't want to go for another ride... and say "awe muffin" when I start to whine about being sore/tired. I hope that many of you will join me out on the roads during the challenge...especially any big men who would like to ride in front of me blocking all the wind!!!
I am excited to test my body and mind and hopefully all this mileage will help me in the later summer and fall for some possible racing....fingers crossed!
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| TdF Challenge...3 days done! |
