beaten, worked, and tired...

Went to Granogue yesterday to watch the two UCI races. Meant to get there earlier, but left some things at parents' house so had to make a 2 hour detour. Brought along two friends to experience the frenzy that is cross, and had a grand ole time.

If I remember correctly, I fought for my 63rd of 85 people today. I knew it was bad when the announcer said something along the lines of, "If you just slowed down a bit, you could have let [first place person] pass through and finish on this lap." Ouch. But I did not, I did four laps just like the big guys and have the hurt to prove it. I couldn't seem to get my muscles to loosen up today, so I felt like I was battling myself up until the 4th lap. During the run up I hobbled like a penguin. Still a good time and I left lots of room for improvement. While I still remain defeated, I won't let it get to me since this is my first season cycling. But I will be sure to outdo this performance at Spring Mount. I promise you I will.

For $10 I enjoyed two glasses of Victory's HopDevil and one glass of the Prima. Although I left with no prize or medal, I do have the Victory pint glass to remind me of the cold rainy day.

Again, I will keep on increasing the intensity of my workouts so next time will be better, not worse. To date, this is the most difficult course I've raced. I did like the spiral and I feel my cornering has definitely improved. Now just need that strength thing....

(The last one is from Granogue)

Godspeed.