My very first racing number! |
So, I had my first, cycling race on Sunday, AND I learned a few good lessons....
First, I learned that when I am asked at registration to show my license, I should show my racing license and not my driver's license...(OH BOY!)
Second, I must remind myself to ride my own race.. I can't compare myself to other cyclist. In my next race, I am going to pedal, pedal, pedal...
Third, I learned to never take myself out of the race...I will stop if I get pulled from the race, but I will stay on the course and pedal, pedal, pedal...
Fourth, I learned that I need to train, train, train....
Fifth, I learned that I absolutely love the energy that surrounds a race. It was such a festive but serious environment, and I was extremely happy to be in that number...
My people, I learned some valuable lessons, I have a long way to go, BUT I am going to stay the course...
The Race is Not Given to the Swift, but to the one who endures until the end......
I'll keep you posted!