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Blood, sweat, tears, beers and bikes capture the spirit of the Alps
It’s been over a week since I completed the trans-Alp trip and I’ve deliberately waited for the euphoria to die down so I could reflect on what it was about the trip that impressed itself on me above all else. The answer may not be what you might expect. Stunning scenery throughout The scenery was, … Read more
I did it and it was FANTASTIC!
I will write more later but for now just a few pictures and a quick question and answer session. Was it hard? Yes, very. Did I enjoy it? Yes, every moment. Would I do it again? Can I go tomorrow? Would I recommend it? Absolutely. Do it, do it, do it! What did you achieve? … Read more
Not doing it by the numbers, but from the heart (and lungs)
I met a remarkable man last week. He’s the CEO of a leading German company that operates globally. I met him in a work capacity as I’ve been contracted to write a speech for him. The speech is about values, or more precisely, the value of values and he will be using this speech to … Read more
Motivated by mountain biking through the ages
Unfurl the bunting, uncork the cava, and give your loved one a quick squeeze. It’s time to celebrate my return! I’ve not written anything for a while and during this period my training, motivation and mood was intermittent. If I am really honest, I think I suffered some form of mental fatigue from the constant … Read more
The highs and lows of cycling across the Alps
The highs and lows of cycling across the Alps.
The highs and lows of cycling across the Alps
I’m in a bit of a slump right now and I’m finding it really hard to stay motivated. Although I’ve never had a gung-ho, high-five attitude to the Alps crossing I’ve also never done anything like this before so had no idea what it would involve. I still can’t imagine what it’s going to … Read more
Up, up and away: a progress report from the Alps
It’s only about 7 weeks to go before the Alps crossing is due to start so last weekend I thought I needed to test the legs and lungs. I chose two rides that I thought would approach the kind of climbing that will be needed during the Alps crossing in August. Although I’ve been training … Read more
Following in the footsteps of Hannibal—the one with the elephants, not the psychopathic cannibal!
If Hannibal rode a mountain bike, this is the route he would have chosen to cross the Alps. There’s great scenery, some challenging trails, beautiful lakes, soaring mountains, historical monuments and plenty of places to bed down for the night along the way. Although I’m not sure if they accommodate elephants. And frankly, regardless of … Read more
Balance, determination and stability: the ingredients for a healthy, fulfilling life?
Look in any book or any website related to health and wellbeing and the word ‘balance’ is always there. We are told we need to have a balanced diet that contains the right amount of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, mineral salts and fibre if we want to lead a healthy, active life. Getting the work-life … Read more
We all have our mountains to climb, but mine is higher than Everest!
And we’re off. Well, not quite yet, but the big news is THAT I’VE BOOKED THE JOURNEY. There’s no more talk now, this is going to happen. From August 21-27 I will be joining another group of Mamils and attempting to ride across the Alps by mountain bike from Garmisch in southern Germany to Lake … Read more
