Sunday Morning Hill Climbs

Saturday was the day for the cycling, beautiful sunny weather. I was at the match. Sunday morning came I thought we would get the same weather it was a bit chillier but I donned the summer cycling pants and met up with the crew.

I was fearful of the hills after the last experience but a good bowl of porridge and decent nights sleep and a positive attitude I nailed the hills and enjoyed it all. Having the crowd does help. Everyone made it and it was a great buzz. A few more days like that would be great.

Proof for the sponsors in photo form. In enniskerry:

Clouds but no wind....indoor training instead

and I still didn't get out on the bike. But a serious strenght session in the gym made up for that. the light in the morning makes a big difference but it is still difficult to jump up at 6:30 I have to constantly remind myself how good it feels after the gym.
Core feels strong, I am looking forward to getting the wheels on the road. Bike is in need of a service too!

20 March 2007

Back at my own gym and working out strong. The weather has turned again although the winter leggings were put away I think I will have to drag them out again. A few outdoor cycles this week are in order. I need to build up my saddle stamina!

Week of 12 March

Even though I was on a training course at the IMI the kind people there let me use the facilities. This keep the momentum going. The gym was limited in what it had but I had a good solid hour work out every day.
This may have all been destroyed by Saturdays behaviour. A surfless weekend that led to one place for the match.

6:30 Carlise Gym 6 March 2007

Forward momentum is the secret to life! I got up hit the gym. a good power warm up on the bike and a solid workout on the legs. I followed this with an intense rowing session for 4km over 18mins working all the arms shoulders. A fantastic stretch using some yoga breathing and that set me up for a great days work. Super fitness here we come!

Motivational Seminar Boost

Did a great seminar for the last few days and am committed and mentally prepared. Let the hard training begin! The wind and rain isn't helping out door cycling at the moment.