10. Giving up Mike Lavery’s round food diet
9. Running and riding… even in the rain…
8. or on the trainer if it is wet and cold - with inspiring riders (Carmen (pictured) and Kelly, Colavita Professional Cyclists kicking some computrainer butt).
7. Running or cycling for more than an hour…
6. or just do a race that takes more than an hour (I came in 100th place — try to repeat that)
5. Sleep
4. Prep (e.g., ensuring gear is in working condition, nutritional products aren’t expired, etc.)
3. “No more hobbies, no more volunteering” mantra (imposed by my spouse)
2. Finding more time to work in order to support racing habit
1. Calling it “training” instead of “working out”