The Finish
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Sam thought about taking a 'pre-ride can't sleep selfie' to add credibility to her excuse
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We have to get up at WHAT TIME? (Image: REUTERS/Phil Noble)
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You can't always ride your best, and be at your fastest
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If I stretch EVERY day until the event, maybe it'll go away?!
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Taking your resting heart rate can be very useful
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Image: pescetarianrevolutions.wordpress.com
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Ready for the off..
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Image: pixgood.com
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Photo: Stephen McKay
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You did it!
The Finish
You did it! Well done!
You smile with your fellow competitors or riders, drink in the atmosphere, and remember why it is you put yourself through every mile traveled.
Now, go and get yourself a good piece of recovery cake, and enjoy the intense feeling of total satisfaction.
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