Somedays are better than others.

Somedays are better than others. It has been a long, long, long time since I did a ride or run and totally ran out of energy. Nothing left in the tank at all. I was 24 miles into a 30 mile mountain bike ride when it happened.  I had enough hydration and think it was pretty much a lack of replacing my nutrition along the way. It’s a little harder to eat while on the mountain bike because of the trail, but it can be done.  For the ride I was doing too, I went out a little hard to begin with and by doing so paid the price by not being able to complete the distance I set out for. For the little under two and a half hour ride, I burned 2757 calories and finished doing 26 miles. 

I was upset with myself that I was unable to finish the distance and focused on my nutrition and hydration the next two days afterwards. I started planning in my head doing the 30 mile mountain bike ride and finishing it. 

So Saturday I went back out to the same trails and headed out to get this 30 mile ride finished. Started off way better in the nutrition department and speed, taking it a little easier the first 15 miles. The weather was about 14 degrees cooler with some cloud cover every so often. 

The three hour 15 minute mountain bike ride came in at 32 miles burning 2571 calories.  200 fewer calories yet five more miles. The speed definitely helped maintain some of the calories. 

I mentally had to get out there and finish what I set my training goal for.  I was more relaxed and focused the second ride knowing to take it easier. 

For the past few months I have been reading “Maximum Overload for Cyclists” and using the programs for adding weight lifting into my training this year. 

I have always done weight training, but with this book and the program it has, I am more focused.  A good program, and I will focus more on a later post on how that is going and what it is all about. 

The Conquer Bicycle Wall Mount Repair Stand Bicycle Rack w/video

The Conquer Bicycle Wall Mount Repair Stand Bicycle Rack

I like the aspect of this wall mounted repair stand coming with two mounting plates. You can place them in different locations in your garage or do like I did and use an outdoor wash station. Very easy to use and gets both tires off the round when rotating to clean. Run the chain forward or backward to clean or lubricate. The hardware to attach either of the two mounting plates does NOT come with the rack.  Mount the rack to a sturdy post or stud inside your garage.  I used some left over lumber and made some measurements to create an outdoor wash station. After getting the mountain bike dirty on the trails, it makes for a quick wash and lubrication stand afterward. 

https://www.roadbikeoutlet.com/conquer-bicycle-wall-mount-repair-stand-bicycle-rack-rotating-head.html

Breathe-IN™ Nasal Strips

Breathe-IN™ Nasal Strips open up the nasal passages helping easier breathing. Very effective with helping with deviated septum or while having a cold or allergies.  I have been wearing them while doing home cycling workouts or running. Anyone can use them. The apply to the top fo the nose,  and act and look just like a bandage, yet the pull up on the outer part of the nose, opening up the nasal passages. They can be worn also during sleeping to avoid from snoring. After a nights restful sleep simply peel off and throw the strip away. Start sleeping better and allow for better nasal passage air flow when exercising. The box of 50 strips will last a long time.  I would like to extend an discount offer to followers by simply using the code IMHEALTHY7  to receive 25 percent off your purchase when going to the www.HealthyWiser.com and placing an order.   

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Attachments that improve the JigSawMassage even more

 There is the general adapter, a rounded flat rubber tip, but also there is the deep tissue round ball adapter and the Pin Point therapy tip to do exactly what it says, get exactly where you are needing muscle relief. 

They are sold individually or in the “Pro Pack’, offered only by JigSawMassage. What are you waiting for. 

The JigSawMassage. Bring foam rolling and recovery to your muscles to another level without spending a ton of money. This device does the same thing if not better than other similar devices on the market, at a fraction of the price.  Stay tuned to the video at 2:48 for a special code to save you even more money when ordering the JigSawMassage online.

You already own a jig saw in your garage I bet, just sitting around collecting dust. Why not put it to good use and help your muscles bounce back and recover faster.

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The JigSawMassage

The JigSawMassage. Bring foam rolling and recovery to your muscles to another level without spending a ton of money. This device does the same thing if not better than other similar devices on the market, at a fraction of the price.  Stay tuned to the video at 2:48 for a special code to save you even more money when ordering the JigSawMassage online.

You already own a jig saw in your garage I bet, just sitting around collecting dust. Why not put it to good use and help your muscles bounce back and recover faster.

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Go to JigSawMassage.com

Remember, enter the code at checkout to save even more money. 

New Wave Launchpad

The New Wave Launchpad for placing in your triathlon transition area is the best. This mat is better than any towel you may use for the same reason.  A small micro-fiber topped mat you can wipe your feet off before putting on your cycling or running shoes. Nothing is more annoying than grass or small pebbles in your shoes after leaving transition. The New Wave Launchpad helps eliminate this problem. It is portable and compact, roll it up and put in your transition bag. It measures about 30 inches long by 17.5 inches wide and is only 2mm thick. The bright color will help you identify your transition set up. 

I find it useful to keep on the pool deck helping dry your feet off when exiting the pool. While swimming laps it's great for setting your pull buoy, goggles, swim paddles or water bottle on.  It is also helpful if you sit on the pool’s edge getting in or out to not snag your swimsuit. Of course it’s not just for using around the pool or in transition, you can find many uses for it. I keep mine in the trunk to use when changing in and out of my mountain bike, cycling or running shoes before and after ride/run. The uses are endless. 

NewWaveSwimBuoy

Version 1.12.36 Suunto Spartan Software Update

What does updating the new software to the Suunto Spartan offer? Version 1.12.36 adds Training Heart Rate Zones. Great addition to an already great heart rate monitor/ GPS watch. This is a great addition to an already incredible device. Sure you can look down at your watch for the heart rate number, but just glancing down at the watch face, you can determine what zone you are in quickly. The watch records the time spent in each zone so when going over data after a workout you can see how you performed.

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