For majority of paddlers ended their 2017 race season at Chattajack 31 including me but some extended until 11/4 “Surf and Sound” at Wilmington, NC . On 11/30 Paddle Monster training went into 2 weeks active rest for those raced at Chattajack 31. For me it was much need it active rest to enjoy some trail ride. Much of my active rest ended up in a Seattle like weather here in Kentucky which made little difficult to be on the trail. At least I was able to ride 4 times on the trail adding up to 46miles of fun!. Nice to be back on my roots of racing and enjoy the ride while I can. With a specific cardio session through out the program I may have manage to ride 8 times or less this year. Coming from riding all the time before I started my SUP racing it has been a big adjustment since 2015.
2 weeks of active rest really puts me into a fresh mind and ready to start the winter program. From the last year’s winter experiences, winter program is “THE” most important time of the season to grow and be ready for your next race season. I hope everyone will train hard to meet your goals and accomplish it during this winter!.
