Each time I ride up Vail Mountain, I get to see wildlife in it's element. I think that I am developing a relationship with one deer in particular. She seems to see me coming, steps out on the trail, says hi, and then steps back into the woods. It's interesting that She hangs around the river but does not prance off when she hears me. I wonder if anyone else is having this same experience.
I like riding on the mountain because for the most part it is quiet. You have a few maintenance cars that drive by and a handful of bikers but that seems to be the traffic.
As much as I ride my bike, crazy athlete type I am not. Those types of people are prevelant here in the mountains. Most people can "wiz" by me going up the mountain. I don't have enough time in my life to ride 3-4 hours a day. Other things catch my attention.
Biking alone is preferable because I can set my own pace, enjoy the scenery and stop if I need to. Taking a break here and there helps get me to chair 10.
I like that I am seeing progress in how far I can ride and the length of time it is now taking. Shorter rides feel like they are not enough of a workout. I never thought I would make that statement! That's a little scary. These results would never have come from a gym. Thank goodness that I live here.
Thinking about the novel that I am writing while I trudge up the mountain has been helpful to keep me going. I think about that instead of how tired and bored I am. Works perfectly.
Friday, September 3, 2010
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