An amazing weekend followed with a kick butt ride. Shout out to all the GPPer's who competed this weekend! Way to go, I gotta admit I was ready to do a half ironman watching everyone kick butt...don't worry I refrained from doing so.
What an epic ride. I went out and did part of the course for nationals. When I say a part, I mean it. I think I only made it two and a half miles before I managed to get myself lost, go figure. It was a gorgeous ride full of climbing, descents, and switchbacks. Not too rocky...just the way I like it. I encountered some interesting things along this trail, including a sign that said "Welcome to Bear Country." Ha what had I gotten myself into, was the only thing that went through my mind, don't worry I had a plan of attack plotted in my head just incase I happened to come across on of those cuddly monsters. Happy to say though I did not.
I started the ride around 6300 ft and probably did about 2000 ft of climbing. Whoa baby did it kick my butt. But I enjoyed every minute of it! With such breath-taking scenery (altitude also aided in the taking of my breath away) it made for one stellar ride. I can't wait to get out there again!
Today was the first day I had planned on getting back to training. So I had specific instructions to "not over do it." Okay so I tried really hard not to, but I'm pretty sure I did. I did day 5 of GPP, did a speed swim workout, and went for a jog. Ok maybe a little much. I'm feeling better each day, in terms of altitude and breathing normally. Although the last few days have been filled with excruiating headaches. Hmm I'm curious as to where these are coming from. Hoping they are just part of the acclimating process and will go away soon!
Day 6 of GPP tomorrow. Woot, already looking forward to it...along with another bike ride at Snowbasin. I do think so!
Love that you are enjoying your training so much! I’m jealous of your adventures, but sooooo happy for you! ;-)
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