Join us for race day as we tackle the first cycling event of the season – the MacLeod circuit race, a 50-kilometer favourite that brings out serious competition and even tougher legs. You'll get an honest look at what racing really feels like versus training, why the result doesn't always tell the whole story, and how to keep perspective when your body's absolutely shattered.
Key Takeaways
- Prepare the night before with proper nutrition – overnight oats make an early race start manageable without adding stress
- Racing and training are completely different beasts; your legs may feel wrecked but that doesn't mean the race went poorly
- Mental toughness matters as much as physical performance – watching others suffer and staying in the fight builds resilience
- Have a support system on race day; having Sarah there shooting footage and keeping company made the experience better
- Post-race recovery and perspective are key – celebrate small wins and look forward to the next race rather than fixating on how you felt
Expert Quotes
"Trainer and racin are just not the same beast"
"You can't always judge a race by the result the performance or how you felt goes a long way with in a race"