It's Thursday, so tonight was the women only ride. We had a great turn out about a dozen women again. I was glad to see all four of the new riders from last week were back again. Tonight's session started with a discussion on nutrition and replacing electrolytes. Having not been on some long rides, this isn't something I've really paid any attention to. Now I'm beginning to do longer rides and with some of the rides being at night in the 95-100 temperatures, it's super important. There's been some days where I'm just exhausted at work, feel sluggish, and just can't hardly seem to keep moving. Apparently, this is because of what I've done to my body with the exercise and not been replacing electrolytes, or refueling appropriately. I know you're shocked that my nutritional knowledge is not all there. Honestly, I thought as long as I didn't dehydrate myself, ate healthy and reasonable portion, and was exercising regularly, I shouldn't be so tired. Now I know. Today I tied the Jelly Belly electrolyte beans. They taste good, but I don't know that tonight's ride was long enough to really notice the effects. I'll give them another shot this weekend.
The ride this evening was more of a routine ride. It was comfortable and that was nice. I lead the slow group on the short route and that made me feel like I was finally able to give something back to the other cyclists who have been giving me so much. People asked if Pete would be joining us, but he went to poker instead. I had to chuckle at the women asking for him at the women only ride. We split into the die-hards who did more miles and another loop of hills and the smart ones. I went with the smart ones and had an interesting discussion on women's bike shorts, butt butter and general "girl down below" question and answer session. It was very informative and helpful.
J.D. taught me how to use my big ring to pedal downhills so I have more momentum to power me up the hills. It seemed to work for me, so I'll continue to work on that this weekend. I had a brief conversation with a gal who has been riding for a year and a half and lost 46 pounds so far. Proof that I just have to keep on pedaling. On our way back, we passed a group of runners stretching and preparing to begin their ride. One gal shouted out "where were you an hour ago? I could have used a lift!" I quickly responded with, "sorry, but I'm already carrying around enough weight," and slapped my hip. The runners all laughed and someone said "Good for you! Keep on pedaling!" Amazing how far you can come in a day and what a little attitude adjustment will do for you. Somewhere in the last 20 hours, or so, I've managed to put on my big girl panties.
Goals
Today's Miles: 9.6
Total Miles Achieved: 220
Financial Investment: $863.55
Total Weight Loss: +5.0
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