Bicycle Diaries
30 years riding, 15 years writing
Overexertion is a pain
Since I got back to riding this month, after so much time off, I was so eager that I forgot that it takes time to get back in shape, especially at my age.
The symptoms I’ve been experiencing of late can all be linked back to overexertion, headaches, sluggishness and having a hard time falling asleep.
On today’s ride, I took it easy, just steady pedaling, no hammering at all. If I felt like I was struggling to keep a certain pace, I geared down, on inclines I took my time and got out of my seat. At no time did I feel that my heart rate was racing, or that I was straining my leg muscles.
MTB: distance 20.06 miles, average speed 13.5 mph.
Charlotte, NC
Spent 10 years in Charlotte, a block away from an entrance to the McAlpine Creek Greenway.
Switched to a mountain bike from the road bikes I was accustomed to riding for 15 years.
The time spent on these trails was most appreciated.
Trek Fuel 70
