I'm an expert at dithering and finding excuses to avoid doing something I know will make me feel good. Yesterday not only did I push through it - I made video proof for my future self to capture just how wrong I was about what a chilly autumn ride would be.
In this entry I realize I am almost completely recovered from August's Covid infection - recovered enough to race my past self in many different ways.
Today I talk about (and show in video) what it's like to focus on a priority that is not cycling as quickly as possible, and instead enjoying the destination *and* the ride.
Today I headed off into a cool, damp, dark fall morning expecting to have a homemade coffee at sunrise. Instead I had a more unique and lovely experience to start my day.
On the 21st of September Todd talks about the importance of persisting doing the things you love even when your mind tells you that you won't enjoy it or that it's pointless.
Also: Even if you don't read the whole entry, do go in and watch Demi Adejuyigbe's videos. They're a delight.
The first phase of the "Brick by Brick" project is over after a week that ended in an unexpected way. But as one phase ends, a new one will be beginning soon.
This week I continue to look at optimizing my exercise, diet and sleep goals and it's all improving! Along the way I share this week's POV cycling videos, and some new insights and correlations.
It was a slower week with a little less exercise, some stumbles in my routine but some bright spots in terms of quality and quantity of sleep. And most of all, avoiding getting sick.
This week Todd continues his project of optimizing his eating/sleeping/exercise routine and is taught a lesson by a rogue kottu roti.
Week one of my project to build a better routine is over. How did it go? Did I ride all I planned to? Do I feel happier? Sleep better? Find out in today's entry.