Challenge: Day 11
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Happy Valentine’s Day! We have the perfect weather for cycling here today, and the air is pretty clean, too! So, I celebrated Valentine’s Day by treating myself to a long bike ride along the American River Trail.
At the turn around point. I love this bike!
Quick stop on the way home - William B. Pond Park along the American River Trail.
I rode about 65 miles, so I think I earned a few extra carbs today. I fueled my ride with a nice, heart-healthy bowl of steel-cut oats, with a couple of walnuts, a drizzle of pure maple syrup, and about 1 tablespoon of dried blueberries. During the ride, I had 2 small whole grain fig bars and a Cliff gel.
I was way overdressed for how warm it got, so by the time I got home I was in need of some cool refreshment.
Fresh, cool watermelon is a perfect way to rehydrate after a ride.
And hungry, too!
Whole Grain Rice Medley with Smoked Chicken Apple Sausage and Green Beans.
This is about 1 cup of carbs, 1/2 cup protein, and 1/2 cup veggies, so it’s easily within my Challenge!
I have got to start getting some longer rides in so I can get ready for my 2015 Napa Valley Tour de Cure!!! Please consider donating to my ride – it’s a great cause!