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Fighting the post event blahs
After finishing Gran Fondo San Diego, I found myself dealing with something I call the “post-event blahs.” Once the big ride was over, the question became: now what? Here’s how base building, consistency, and a new training plan are helping me refocus on longevity and the next ride.
GranFondo San Diego: My early season test
The goal for the second attempt at the GranFondo San Diego 60 mile ride was simple: finish. Last year I had to stop at mile 40. This year: Same course. Different rider. More confidence, better pacing, and a strong finish—that’s what sticking to the plan looks like.
Process Over Outcome: Learning to Train Differently in My 60s
In my 60s, I’ve stopped chasing outcomes and started trusting the process. Not every ride is an all-out effort anymore. The focus is consistency, pacing, and gradual improvement — the kind that lets you keep riding not just faster, but longer… for years to come.
What the Blue Zones Taught me about Training and Longevity.
The Blue Zones aren’t about training harder — they’re about living smarter. As I work on longevity, I’m realizing my cycling journey is starting to reflect many of those same principles.