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How I Overcame COVID and Crushed a 204 km Cycling Challenge!

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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This felt as a fitting place for a little drink stop... Willemsplein in Arnhem!
This felt as a fitting place for a little drink stop... Willemsplein in Arnhem!
... or by an unexpected road block, deferring you into
... or by an unexpected road block, deferring you into "the unknown" (route)
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.
The day before my departure, I checked my bike thoroughly and even did a little test ride around town
The day before my departure, I checked my bike thoroughly and even did a little test ride around town
Follow road signs or use a GPS navigation system - whatever you do, make sure you have some idea where you're going
Follow road signs or use a GPS navigation system - whatever you do, make sure you have some idea where you're going
Leaving my new hometown of Hegelsom, Limburg
Leaving my new hometown of Hegelsom, Limburg

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