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2026 Let’s gooooo!!!!

Last day of my off-season training block.
And honestly—it was rough.

After yesterday’s long, intense ride with repeated high-stress efforts, my nervous system was still carrying fatigue. Mentally, I wasn’t sharp at the start. Physically, my legs felt heavy. So I made a humble, intentional decision: ride to the start about 20 watts lower than usual. That’s not weakness—that’s awareness.

Because of that adjustment, the group was gone when I arrived. No drama, no excuses—just information. I had to chase. Fortunately, they were rolling a little easier than normal, and with steady pacing and controlled breathing, I caught the group with plenty of time before we reached the official start of the route. That’s aerobic fitness doing its quiet work.

The ride officially opens with a 13–14 minute climb, and that’s where I usually struggle. Today, it felt like I was crawling. But science reminds us that fatigue isn’t just muscular—it’s neurological. After sustained stress, the brain down-regulates output as a protective mechanism. So instead of forcing it, I stayed patient, focused on rhythm, posture, and staying present.

The traverse across the top was manageable. Then came the descent into the sprint. One last demand. A head-to-head battle with Trilla to the line. No expectations—just commitment. And that made it the perfect way to close the block.

Off-season isn’t about peak performance—it’s about building the foundation. I did the work. Now it’s time to shift gears. The gym and cross-training move to the forefront. Stronger connective tissue. Better force production. More resilience.

Progress isn’t loud. It’s honest.
On to the next phase.

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