Training Log Archive: Funderstormin

At Puslinch Lake with a friend. First time out there this year and successfully located my frequently elusive favorite pines sections.

Chiro gave me the go ahead today to ease back into things. Had a sunrise paddle planned with a friend that got cancelled but I was still hankering to get on the water. Had an absolutely wonderful paddle down the Grand River. Saw tons of wildlife: 3 sets of deer, at least 6 Great Blue Heron, several water creatures that I believe were muskrats, and two gigantic fishes that jumped out of the water in front of me, as well as enough ducks and duckling and geese and goslings to create a small town. Great way to end a work week!

Back feeling much better after a couple of rest days, so I went out for a short spin to test things out. Not bugging me at all on the bike, mostly just when I am sitting at work.

Did something ridiculous to my back on Thursday that I didn't take seriously but has been getting worse every day. Just saw my chiropractor who said I've sprained / strained the facets around my L4 / L5 joints and have to take a couple of days off. How is it that I can complete an ultra or AR without so much as a blister, yet I can sideline myself for several days while trying to avoid slipping down a hill in my dress shoes? F@#$!

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Beautiful day for a paddle on the Grand with Mrs. Tiny!

Also a lovely afternoon for a quick tour of the Hydrocut. Trails are finally dry in there!