Made it through the work week, and was rewarded with AMAZING phone call conversations today.
First I was able to have a meaningful conversation with Chris Newport of Endurance NEWTrition about race and recovery diets, data collection, insulin sensitivity, and other related topics. Chris is simply amazing and will be such a huge asset for the 2010 season. I am very, very lucky that she is taking the time to work with me. I really feel that with her help I am going to not only improve my performance, but be able to gain a large mass of knowledge.
Later on I was able to hook up with my new coach. Although I have always received TONS of help and support from top resources (thanks Steve!!!) I have never had a coach or training plan before. With the goals I have laid out for this year, I really thought it was time to hire a professional.
I must admit I was really nervous for the first couple of minutes, and hopefully didn't sound that bad on the other end of the phone. It's not every day I get to speak to a 6 time world champion, and one of the fastest endurance athletes in mountain biking history.
I think the conversation ending up going ok (at least from my perspective), and I am SO FREAKIN' FIRED up to get started!!! Got a couple of days until then, so I will keep you in suspense. Many more details on this to follow...
I am feeling very much humbled by the opportunities, help, and support I am receiving. I cannot say enough how much I appreciate everyone who supports Type1Rider, sends an email, yells encouragement during a ride or race, or stops by to say hi and tell their story.
Type1Rider owes it's success over the past 5 years to all those who share the belief in the mission. My sincerest thanks.
Long ride in the plans for tomorrow... can't wait!!!!!
The blood glucose logs, thoughts, and experiences of a type 1 diabetic husband, father, dad of a type 1, speaker, author, & endurance mountain bike competitor.
