Three recovery days!

My body is still adjusting to bicycle commuting from a pretty sedentary lifestyle earlier in the year. I’ve been doing the commute(12mi. RT) about three days a week for a few months now with the goal of five days, all weather. For various reasons, I had to take the subway three days in a row this week so I haven’t ridden since Monday. I could not wait to get on my bike this morning so much so that I only had one cup of coffee before leaving the house. I’m a regular two cupper so that’s saying something.

Anyway, I was stunned by the increased performance afforded by the time off. Everything seemed both easier and faster. The break really highlighted the fitness gains my body is making and it was awesome. Even the bane of my commute, the Queensboro Bridge, failed to tax my heart and lungs as much as it has been. It’s crazy how such a simple decision like deciding to bicycle commute can make such a difference to my health. I’m totally addicted.

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