We headed up to the Ocoee again today to ride the Big Frog loop again. Much to my surprise, it was so much easier today....amazing what recovery + being properly hydrated and fueled can do for a person. Last time I rode that particular section it seemed like a death march - even the downhills were leaving me grumpy because I wasn't eating and drinking enough. Well, today I felt great. No climb was too steep nor gravel too deep!
I think my conservative heart rate actually works FOR me during longer rides, as I don't build up tons of lactic acid and get that heavy feeling in my legs. As long as I eat and drink sufficiently, it is really quite pleasant.
We ended our ride with a cruise down the Thunder Rock trail. MMMMmm...Thunder Rock....Yummy! It was a great way to end the ride that of course left me grinning ear to ear.
I'm looking forward to this weekend - the weather should be fantastic. Now I'm just focusing on giving my legs and body some good old R & R so they feel good on Saturday.
Ride Hard, Rest Harder...
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