Thirsty

Sometimes, I get carried away.  When I notice that people around me are getting tired, I get thirsty, and I have no problem ripping my own legs off just to make them hurt.  I love having that power, but you know, like spiderman says, with great power comes great responsibility.  I usually end up digging a deep, DEEP hole.  

Maybe this is why I like cycling so much -- because my suffering results in the direct suffering of others or vice versa.  

Luckily, with a huge base under my legs, those holes don't go so deep anymore.  With the right recovery techniques and enough protein to feed a small country, I usually feel even better on day 2.

This week, I am learning how to sprint from the master himself.  It's really the only thing holding me back at this point, and I believe it's more of a mechanics issue than anything.  

Our team ride was really fun today.  Our team is going to be STRONG!