A Fine Line 〰️
There’s a fine line between tapering your training and maintaining fitness. I wish I had a wise old owl to help me be sure I’m holding that line.
I know what I’ve read: reduce distance considerably; but maintain some intensity. And I guess the intense work should be reduced as event time draws closer.
So that’s what I’ve done this week. A day or two ago I spent a total of 6-9 minutes riding hard; and today, a total of three minutes.
Tomorrow I plan to ride to the salvage store; and Sunday, I’ll put in 15 miles or so. Then, Monday through Thursday, 10-mile rides. Still with the Camel-Bak; I need to stay used to the load! That’s a fine line, too: enough weight to keep my body used to it; but not too heavy.
Then next Friday is travel to RAGBRAI day; and I’ve got double duty in mind for that Camel-Bak!
Double Duty 🔀
I like things that can do double duty; it means less stuff that needs storage room. My Camel-Bak can do double duty when I travel!
I plan to pack the Camel-Bak shell separately from the reservoir; and, just in case my duffle bag can’t pass the carry-on size test, I’ll pack the stuff I’ll want on the plane in the Camel-Bak. There won’t be many things: a jacket (planes tend to be cold); some snacks; writing materials; and a crossword puzzle book.
My duffle bags are supposedly carry-on size; so I should be able to put all my carry-on stuff into the duffle bag. I feel like it’s a fine line, though!
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I live in New Orleans; and retired in January 2023. More time for cycling!
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