So while all the AAA dudes have been talking about mounting their bikes today, I was keeping complete radio silence.

As much as I keep telling myself I need to start riding with TA more regularly, there's always this feeling of apprehension when Thursdays draw near. I come up with all sorts of excuses about why I shouldn't go. Compared to the android I have for a husband, I spin at snail's pace. So when I messaged the husband about my apprehension about joining the ride this evening, I was surprised at his response.

A: You don't wanna come?
J: I want to
A: But...
J: But what if you guys go nuts and fast and ... schtuff
A: You know e way back don't you?
J: Yeah..
A: Come on, girl!

He went on to lecture me about how he used to get dropped all the time and how he could barely hang on. And how group rides are good 'coz I'll never max out on my own. Think of it as a fast track to improvement, he said. Those who train the hardest, get there the hardest.

All words of wisdom.

And you haven't been training hard at all.

Ouch.

I'm your coach. I'll tell you when you're slacking.

Double ouch.

Alright, alright. So I guess I need to have some food in a bit so I've got enough energy at 8.30pm. Mummy.....