Wowzer! Did a 46 mile ride this past Friday. It was a bit long for me, but made it through. The weather was nice and there was a breeze, but just the distance was too much. Sore back side and my stamina was not there for the additional 10 miles from my 35 miler the Friday before.
Saw more of the country side on the Tri-County Cheese Trail in southwest Wisconsin. I started in Platteville and ended up in Darlington.
For me to go further I am going to have to work on my cardio. I have the drive within me to go further, but my cardio is not there yet for these longer rides, over 40 miles.
I did take breaks throughout the ride, to drink and eat, but the breaks did very little for my heart and lungs to catch up. I think for the next year I will be focusing on my aerobic activities to increase my stamina.
I have lost 20 pounds this year. I am going in the ride direction on lightening up my body which will make biking and other activities a lot easier and make my body work more efficiently.
As always see you on the trails!