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Virtuous circles
Orcus Started conversation Dec 1, 2012
My brother recently used this phrase to describe the training process - losing weight and getting fitter lead to a 'virtuous circle' and hence more effective cycling.
I got this in spades this morning. I extended my weekend training ride to nearly 87 miles this morning and in addition to starting with Caerphilly mountain I added the dreaded Bwlch climb which is on the route of the Dragon Ride and one of its most notorious climbs (must check if I've made the ballot!).
Anyway, progress, progress. Not only did I make it up Caerphilly Mt in one go (first time on my higher speed, but also higher geared road/race bike) but despite my expectations of failure I made it up the Bwlch too - in one go and at the first attempt!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
Rather pleased with that to say the least.
Also - rather cheaty measurement admittedly but upon weighing myself after the workout I can now claim to have lost 4 stone in the last month. Yay indeed 
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