A small setback
I completed a solid ride today but I appear to have tweaked a muscle. I was fine for most of the ride but towards the end I noticed something. It was hard to pedal so I slowed my pace and … Continue reading →
Phil Bowers
Back in Cornwall
I’m back after a whole day of travelling! I’m feeling tired but happy to be in Cornwall again. My flight was interesting as I sat next to Alex Ward, a professional tennis player from England. We chatted about lots of … Continue reading →
Last days in Korea
My time in Korea is almost over. I’m looking forward to getting back to Cornwall and preparing for the final push. It will be nice to have my routine back! I’ve got a long journey home; 24 hours door-to-door. Sitting … Continue reading →
Land of the Morning Calm
I’ve been in Korea for a week or so and I’m enjoying my time. It’s great to catch up with everybody. It doesn’t feel like 5 months since I was last here. The time has flown by. I’ve been going … Continue reading →
Bath to Rome via Korea
Annyeong (Hello) from Korea! I’m back in the country where I spent five and half years of my life. It’s great to be back! Not much has changed apart from some new buildings and restaurants. The weather is warmer than … Continue reading →
Week 21: Thursday 27th April
Wow, today was a busy day! In the morning I had my gym session with Kirstin (my personal trainer) followed up by a sports massage. This was my first experience of a proper massage. My body wasn’t as tight as … Continue reading →
Week 21: Monday 24th April
I decided to change up my route at the start of the week because the same route can become quite monotonous. Some things were the same on this journey though. There were lots of hills to negotiate, farm smells to … Continue reading →
Week 20: Saturday ride!
After a tough gym session, I ventured out for my longest ride so far. My goal for the trip is 32km every day for 5 days followed by a rest day. I did 26km today in 75 minutes. Not a … Continue reading →
Week 20: New Bike Expeditions
The new bike has been a game changer. My average speed has improved by nearly 3km an hour and hills have become less daunting. I racked up a 26km ride to Penzance on Thursday to see my physio, Dom. She … Continue reading →
Week 18: Just over 2 months to go!
I decided to test the new bike out as I was feeling inspired. I went out for a short test run because I wanted to see how it handled. Everything was so much easier and faster so I was loving it! … Continue reading →