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From COVID to Crushing 204KM!

Apr. 20, 2023 -

In preparation for this year’s Fietselfstedentocht (236KM), I took my bike and set out for an adventurous ride through half of the Netherlands. It was my first long distance ride after being infected with COVID. If you're considering a long-distance ride yourself, be sure to read along to discover invaluable tips and tricks from my experience.

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Beautiful scenery - long straights on dykes near Flevoland
Beautiful scenery - long straights on dykes near Flevoland
... or by an unexpected road block, deferring you into
... or by an unexpected road block, deferring you into "the unknown" (route)
Maasduinen National Park in Limburg
Maasduinen National Park in Limburg
Last year's Fietselfstedentocht was an epic ride with my brother - a gruesome edition with plenty of storm and rain!
Last year's Fietselfstedentocht was an epic ride with my brother - a gruesome edition with plenty of storm and rain!
The morning after: Make sure to be kind to yourself - after such an intensive effort your body needs time to recover. My WHOOP noticed this clearly, even after getting a good night's rest.
The morning after: Make sure to be kind to yourself - after such an intensive effort your body needs time to recover. My WHOOP noticed this clearly, even after getting a good night's rest.
While many cyclists eat while riding, I prefer to stop and enjoy the moment while eating something
While many cyclists eat while riding, I prefer to stop and enjoy the moment while eating something

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