forgive me father for I have sinned...

It's been two and a half weeks since my last ride.  I have chosen work and family over my life partner (pictured) and I fear she will not easily forgive.  

But seriously, this weather has brought me down... can't seem to wake up at 6am to head out and the nice days have been pre-booked for other stuff.  How does everyone get around this? What makes it worse is that mine is an indoor bike and I swear to you it looks at me with puppy dog eyes... Any hints and tips?

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Permalink Reply by Frank on July 27, 2012 at 21:21
Life can be cruel at times!

Have a break, go running or just take some time out.

I am doing the same thing, not been on my bike for 4 months!
Permalink Reply by Tim B (the running man) on July 28, 2012 at 11:22

That makes me feel better, I thought nearly 2 months was long. I have been running though.

Permalink Reply by RD6 on July 27, 2012 at 21:42

wait till daylight savings start - more BIKE time

Permalink Reply by David Southern on July 27, 2012 at 23:57

Hang a cloth over the lights by which it sees.

Permalink Reply by Clive Palfrey on July 28, 2012 at 13:16

Presumably you watched TDU for many hours which many will justify as an acceptable substitute.

Permalink Reply by Trent on July 28, 2012 at 14:11
As long as u keep moving thats the main thing. I usually slow down at this time of year because I can't be bothered with the magpies. I find it just distracts me from enjoying my ride so I will be hitting the gym and doing some running etc. come end of sept I will start getting ready for Amy's ride and a good summer of riding. The bike is not the be all and end all. Have to enjoy it or just take some time off!
Permalink Reply by Phil Crick on July 28, 2012 at 14:29

a few weeks off will do you good, call it part of your yearly training program!

Permalink Reply by Michelle Crick on July 28, 2012 at 15:33

agree yes being out on the bike is good for you but if your not in the head space it makes for a dull ride...

I would happily get up early when it's not so dark and wet and cold! 

I am training for the GS 150km in a few weeks so that has helped to motivate me but like yourself struggle with motivation normally. Just take the time to do something else and wait until your ready...were not all made of hard stuff.

Permalink Reply by Phil Crick on July 28, 2012 at 17:00

A few weeks? It's next Sunday dear!

Permalink Reply by Andrew M on July 28, 2012 at 17:10

if I don't feel like riding, this is what I do: put on my gear and ride.

Permalink Reply by maya on July 28, 2012 at 20:33

I like that... I'm going to adopt it next time. 

Permalink Reply by heather on July 28, 2012 at 20:30

Not been on your bike for 2 or 4 months! I keep on cycling for transport. I took an enforced 4 month break when I broke my shoulder. Got back on the bike in March and reminded that saddles can make you sore.

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