Today, at about 1 p.m. I went for a little bike ride. I started at my apartment (the usual genesis) and rode to Four Corners and a little further out towards Norris-- out to a road I believe was called Visser Road. The total mileage was not too far, maybe about 20 or 25 miles.
Unfortunately my mind just was not in it today. I kept getting very frustrated with the wind (headwind on the way out), some of the traffic, my gear shifts, the weather (extremely cold for August), and other personal things. I've been amazed this summer to find the importance of being in a good mindset when I ride. Having a strong mentality can make some rides very enjoyable and others pure hell; today was closer to pure hell.
Next time when I ride I need to work on enjoying myself by remembering that while I am hoping to get into better shape and do longer rides I'm mainly out there to enjoy being outdoors and getting good exercise. Taking the time to realize where I'm at, in beautiful Montana, can be just as much fuel for me as drinking water.
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