A Few Reflections

It has been a week since I've returned home from the Bike Tour. I'm still feeling sad that it is over... My serious training began the beginning of March with a personal trainer and then in April/May outside on my bike. After feeling as though preparing/training for the tour consumed the better part of my life for the past 6 months, I'm feeling a bit at a loss... The biggest question is where do I go from here? As far as fitness goes, I would like to continue with my trainer, Helen. My physiotherapist has recommended doing some other sports activities in order to give my cycling muscles a bit of a break. Walking, swimming/aquabics come to mind... I am now missing the daily dose of fresh air that cycling gave me every day, so perhaps I'll begin riding to school??? Can I fit all my books/marking into my Dutch panniers???

The past week and the return to reality with school starting up again are a bit of a blur. I felt as though I was living in a fog. I felt physically exhausted for the entire week and only today am feeling like I have energy to carry on. Thankfully, I have a really great class this year. They made my first week at school quite easy. I have to admit, all I could do last week was the bare minimum. I'm glad it's over.

Yesterday I was able to get out for a shorter ride with Pete. We cycled one of our circuits from Hamilton to the Grand River and back. It felt easy and 50 km. was no longer a daunting distance! I couldn't believe how easy the hills were! I guess everything pales to the Appalachians of PA & NJ now! Maybe I should go back to Sydenham Hill in Dundas and see if I can make it up this time?!!!

Well, I'll sign off here as some schoolwork calls... Photos are still to come...