Nikki’s Training Blog

So bike commuting a few weeks ago went well. I actually had several cancellations so I didn’t ride as much as I anticipated, but still logged around 100 for M-F. That’s a lot of gas saved. I did get two flats, though. Should have changed the worn tire much sooner. Commuting was only a bit challenging during certain times of the day, but very easy most times. The worst encounter was the half full (see? optimist!) Coke can that was hurled at me by a passing car. Thank you I’m not thirsty.

The end of commuter week started the weekend for the Fletcher Flyer. My friend Joe had asked months ago if Gary and I would like to ride with him for the century. We were more than happy to. Asheville, NC is a pretty cool town. The city is busy with people (and drum circles), and there are numerous great restaurants. I think my caloric intake was double, or maybe triple of my caloric expenditure for the weekend’s ride. It was well worth it. I ate some pretty great blueberry pie a la mode at Picnic’s.

The ride was great, and Joe did incredible. It was really a beautiful course and we had great weather until mile 95. Then the heavens opened up and we got dumped on. I shooed the sag wagon off as it approached Joe so he would have no excuse for not finishing the ride. Hopefully he was grateful?

I felt good riding 100 even though I hadn’t felt totally prepared for the event. I think I am starting to get to the point in my fitness where I don’t have to be completely “trained” for events to participate. I’m not sure that makes much sense, but I think it feels good.

Now…Chicago Marathon training! I’m excited and nervous for it to start. I’m glad to be on an actual program again so I can tick off the workouts one by one from the plan on my fridge. Dork!

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