Chicks that train...

Yes, we have begun training for the train.  Pat and Theresa have officially signed up for the Amtrak the second Saturday in September.  Karen, Chris and Becky have committed to riding as well.

This is a Century ride 100 miles from Irvine to San Diego.   We know a little short cut and for those who want an alternate route we can make it 87 miles.  Once we get to San Diego, if you want to add another 15 or so there will be opportunity to do so.

Try to get in 3 rides per week.  Short fast ones during the week and start lengthening weekend ride distances.   Try not to increase more than 20%.   Don't freak out if you miss a workout or don't quite get in enough miles, but get right back on the training schedule if life gets in the way for a couple of sessions. 

The ride to San Diego will take about 7 or 8 hours.   The biggest thing you need to do is get your petunia used to sitting on the bike seat for long hours as well as remembering to relax your shoulders, neck and hands.   We also want to learn to fuel your body.  That long of a ride you will be burning calories and you must continue to take in calories and hydrate.  There will be four well-stocked rest stops on the ride, but on our training weekend rides we need to remember to eat as the rides and mileage increases.

This ride is almost all on streets that are open to cars.  Keep your wits about you and remember you are responsible for yourself and you need to be constantly watching for traffic.   Stay safe, we need you in one piece.

Here is the training schedule.  Even if you don't plan to do the Amtrak, you may want to train along with us.
 

Week Monday Wednesday Weekend 1 12 15 30 June 17, 2012 2 15 12 35 June 21, 2012 3 12 15 40 July 1, 2012 4 15 12 50 July 15, 2012 5 12 15 55 July 22, 2012 6 15 12 60 July 29, 2012 7 12 15 65 August 5, 2012 8 15 12 70 August 12, 2012 9 12 15 75 August 19, 2012 10 15 12 40 August 26, 2012 11 10 10 87 AMTRAK 12 8 5 off