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Sweet Spot intervals that is…
Today was a time to dig in and tap out some intervals. 2 sets of 3×8 on 8 off. No issue with the first 2 intervals of each set, but seemed like both times never could get through the third. Not due to power dropping off, but the 3rd interval was a wash, because I picked the wrong route and there was a boatload of descending that zapped the power. The final interval was cut short due to a never wanting to turn stoplight!

All together it wasn’t too bad of a day on the bike. Sun was shining, so I’ll take that. My legs were not super, but then it usually takes me a few days of riding to flush them out and get in the groove.

I’ve been making some changes to my road position. I just can’t seem to get comfortable. Last week I raised my saddle a hair and it felt good, but today I felt way to high and felt like I wasn’t pushing down on my pedal-stroke completely. I’ve lowered it back to normal and moved it forward slightly so we’ll see how that works tomorrow. I’ve also re-flipped my stem back to a more aggro position. I think I flipped it more upright about a season and half ago or so. The last few rides on my road bike have just had my neck and shoulders absolutely killing me. I feel like I’ve had a knife stuck inbetween my shoulder blades. I flipped the stem and felt much more comfortable today (except for the saddle).

Maybe I just need to stretch?

Tomorrow calls for some tempo intervals. Hopefully with the changes I’ll be more comfortable and put out more power.

Olde Stage Road Looking down to 36

Racing the Sunset

Currently playing in iTunes: Do the Rump by The Black Keys