“Sometimes, carrying on, just carrying on, is the superhuman achievement.” — Albert Camus
I just completed the Transportugal Roads Race, an epic ultra-endurance cycling challenge for amateurs that crosses Portugal from tip to tip in six days, covering 1,000 km from the northern border to Tavira in the south. This year, I finished in 37 hours, placing 9th with an average speed of 26.7 km/h. A flat tire cost me an hour (I had to call for assistance), and I rode the final stage solo after the main peloton pulled ahead. That hour likely dropped me a few positions, but I’m thrilled with my result—especially since the top almost pros finished in 33 hours. For an amateur with a bit of a belly, being within 10% of their time feels like a personal victory!This year, I felt stronger than ever, even though I’m not at my ideal race weight. Cutting out alcohol in 2025 has been a game-changer—my inflammation levels dropped significantly, which meant less pain and more speed. That’s critical for an event like this, where endurance and recovery are everything.
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