THE CHANGING SANDS OF SUMMER

THE HEAT IS ON, and it's changing the ground we travel on. Muddy spring trails, and roads slick with snow melt, have given way... ... and we've gotta be vigilant. I was reminded of this today, when I almost had an... ... Oh crap! moment. Coming in too hot,my front tire gave way,then hooked up again and I stayed up right. Normally, this particular trail is hard packed and I can push the tires harder. Not now. The sun and high temps have dried everything out. The dirt is breaking down and turning sand and silt. Similar treachery can hide on asphalt, too... if it's hot enough if it's been patched with tar ... it becomes soft, even slippery. The point isn't to stay indoors, it's to... ... get out and learn to read the terrain. === Side note: I received two opposing responses to yesterday's communique... From A.S. It's ok to get old. You might have an eating disorder. It's important to focus on muscle mass. From J.C. Thanks for the inspiration, especially for consistency. Love today's lesson. My take... Have fun. It's fun to be endlessly fascinated with our own physical performance. Third, see #1 ... thanks to both of these fine friends for reading, responding and caring. === 163.58 hrs sleep 30 PullUps 90 PushUps, Dead Lifts, Shoulder Presses, Split Squats... and more.20 minutes recovery 90 minutes reading + Journaling 105Strava Get the blog, and special offers, delivered to your inbox.