My training is finally back on track after recent setbacks like sciatica. I’ll try to post more often now, I think I slacked off a bit, maybe because I was a little discouraged. I’ve been doing a lot of PT, stretching and strengthening for the muscles around my lower back and hip area, so hopefully I won’t have any more relapses. On average, I return to exercise for about two hours a day, including cycling, upper body strength and PT. So far so good!

I hiked the Coyote Creek trail on Friday, but I hiked on nearby dirt trails instead of the paved trail. They are very lightly used, I think they are meant for riding, but they are also great for cycling if you have wide enough tires. I find it’s a fun alternative to sitting because you can stand for longer periods of time again.

Yesterday he went back to bed to climb the hills southwest of the town. Cruising at a decent speed, 18 mph (~30 km/h) or so, with a bit of electric assist, is satisfying.