What does everyone do when you feel like you have hit the wall or don't have the skill to make it though a tough bit of riding? I often sing the same chorus to myself over and over again or tell myself that I will just make it to (next arbitrary marker) and then decide if I should quit or not.
Anyone else have any tips or funny things that they do?
Oh this is a good one Paul! I often hit mental walls on my longer rides, so I feel I am well versed in this struggle. I am very food and beer motivated, so I usually think about what I am going to make for dinner or if there are any good breweries nearby. Thinking about good food or a cold brew, can usually get me through any tough bit of riding!
Due to a chronic disability, I have crap days that just plain make me miserable. I know that if I get outside I'll feel better, but then if I am cycling, music is my motivation. I have a workout list that has songs like "Whatever It Takes" & "Thunder" by Imagine Dragons as well as Aerosmith & Van Halen. I can get lost in a song which can be just enough to overcome the pain for another song, & then another & .... next thing I know I'm in the zone or the joint doesn't hurt as bad & I've pumped out 10+ miles when I didn't think I could do 5 when I started.
Good question! I have a few that work for me (usually while I'm climbing):
Oh this is a good one Paul! I often hit mental walls on my longer rides, so I feel I am well versed in this struggle. I am very food and beer motivated, so I usually think about what I am going to make for dinner or if there are any good breweries nearby. Thinking about good food or a cold brew, can usually get me through any tough bit of riding!
Due to a chronic disability, I have crap days that just plain make me miserable. I know that if I get outside I'll feel better, but then if I am cycling, music is my motivation. I have a workout list that has songs like "Whatever It Takes" & "Thunder" by Imagine Dragons as well as Aerosmith & Van Halen. I can get lost in a song which can be just enough to overcome the pain for another song, & then another & .... next thing I know I'm in the zone or the joint doesn't hurt as bad & I've pumped out 10+ miles when I didn't think I could do 5 when I started.
Good question! I have a few that work for me (usually while I'm climbing):