I´ve been out riding at my friends today (on bicycles that is). I have borrowed his bike, as I was without mine. Petur was riding his full suspension bike and I was riding a full rigid bike which is a few years old. Whilst, I was quick to appreciate, the benefits of having no suspension (my power went straight through my pedals to the wheels, compared to Peturs bike), I also missed the benefits of even having a little travel in the front forks. The vibrations over the off road sections made my wrist feel a little uncomfortable.
Yesterday I had a wisdom tooth removed and I agreed with myself that after having the tooth out, that I would have a sleep for a couple of hours, so that I could heal the wound in this time. Although I had stopped the bleeding, I was still in quite a lot of pain and by being busy I was able to forget about it. However, after waking today and feeling much better, I made time to remove the pain with a technique Ashley Scott has told me, completely. I moved the pain from my jaw, up in to my ear and out the hole. I had moved the pain out of my body and it has now gone.
I will use this technique again!
Friday, April 27, 2007
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
My parking space
The Bob Proctor CDs I've recently been listening to, describe how there is only one unconscious mind and we can all tape into it at any time and he gives an example, of which I have used before and did again today, only this time it really made me smile.
I had a meeting at the bank this morning and I like to park on the road side, just outside the bank. There are only five or six spaces and on the same road a little further down there are some more. These spaces are usually filled as it's in the middle of town.
Before I set off I said to myself that there will be a space on the road where I want to park and I had the picture of the spaces in my mind. When I got there, there were no spaces and I wondered if I had made a mistake by not being specific enough.
As I turned the van around I looked at all the spaces and thought to myself 'which car looks like it may be leaving at any time?' none of them did. After a quick look I decided that I would drive past the cars in the place I wanted to be. I didn't understand how this had happened. There was supposed to be a space and as I arrived at the place I wanted to be, the car which was parked in the space, drove off.
Fantastic, I got my space and it was the best one!
On my way home from the bank, I was thinking about a friend who I haven't spoken to for some time and wondered how he was doing. He called me this afternoon to say Hi and tell me what he's been up to.
So, is there only one unconscious that we can all tap in to or is it just coincidence?
I had a meeting at the bank this morning and I like to park on the road side, just outside the bank. There are only five or six spaces and on the same road a little further down there are some more. These spaces are usually filled as it's in the middle of town.
Before I set off I said to myself that there will be a space on the road where I want to park and I had the picture of the spaces in my mind. When I got there, there were no spaces and I wondered if I had made a mistake by not being specific enough.
As I turned the van around I looked at all the spaces and thought to myself 'which car looks like it may be leaving at any time?' none of them did. After a quick look I decided that I would drive past the cars in the place I wanted to be. I didn't understand how this had happened. There was supposed to be a space and as I arrived at the place I wanted to be, the car which was parked in the space, drove off.
Fantastic, I got my space and it was the best one!
On my way home from the bank, I was thinking about a friend who I haven't spoken to for some time and wondered how he was doing. He called me this afternoon to say Hi and tell me what he's been up to.
So, is there only one unconscious that we can all tap in to or is it just coincidence?
Monday, April 23, 2007
The learning process
With recent setbacks, I have been a little disappointed with myself, as a person. I have gained so much knowledge in the last twelve months, regarding personnel development, that I thought I was doing really well in my preparation for this season. As it turns out I feel like I am pretending to be a person that I have not yet become.
After speaking with Ashley Scott, he explained to me that there are different levels of learning, of which, I can understand when comparing it teaching new motocross techniques when coaching. Our brain can process approximately seven chunks of information per second and when riding a bike we will use quite a few of these chunks just controlling the bike, i.e. using the throttle - 1 chunk, changing gear - 2 chunks, standing up - 3 chunks and also consider both brakes as well.
Now, imagine just being told about a new technique and it requires braking at a different time, standing and holding your body in a different position, before you know it you've used all your chunks of information up and it becomes difficult to adapt the new technique, however, with practice the new technique becomes an unconscious habit and becomes apart of how you ride a bike.
I guess, for me, it is quite hard to actually see if new mental techniques have become an unconscious habit, because unlike a new motocross technique, mental skills aren't visible to the normal persons eye (if they are unaware of the techniques being used!), this is one of the great advantages of recording data, as for physical training, it provides feed back. I can re-read my blog and see how I am doing!
After speaking with Ashley Scott, he explained to me that there are different levels of learning, of which, I can understand when comparing it teaching new motocross techniques when coaching. Our brain can process approximately seven chunks of information per second and when riding a bike we will use quite a few of these chunks just controlling the bike, i.e. using the throttle - 1 chunk, changing gear - 2 chunks, standing up - 3 chunks and also consider both brakes as well.
Now, imagine just being told about a new technique and it requires braking at a different time, standing and holding your body in a different position, before you know it you've used all your chunks of information up and it becomes difficult to adapt the new technique, however, with practice the new technique becomes an unconscious habit and becomes apart of how you ride a bike.
I guess, for me, it is quite hard to actually see if new mental techniques have become an unconscious habit, because unlike a new motocross technique, mental skills aren't visible to the normal persons eye (if they are unaware of the techniques being used!), this is one of the great advantages of recording data, as for physical training, it provides feed back. I can re-read my blog and see how I am doing!
Monday, April 16, 2007
Lucky lad!
Today I have enjoyed driving my digger and repairing the track. It is very satisfying, for me, to start getting the track back to normal after the winter period. Whilst I have my cast on I am making time to get this type of work done.
A thought that I enjoyed sharing with Kevin (one of our staff) today, is that after having the track for over sixteen years, I still love grading and preparing the track.
I guess I am a lucky lad as I have just about loved all things that I have done in my life, up to now and I know for sure, that I will carry on doing things I love until my time is up!
A thought that I enjoyed sharing with Kevin (one of our staff) today, is that after having the track for over sixteen years, I still love grading and preparing the track.
I guess I am a lucky lad as I have just about loved all things that I have done in my life, up to now and I know for sure, that I will carry on doing things I love until my time is up!
Sunday, April 15, 2007
Little voices
When I was riding at the French G.P, I was frustrated with myself, that I didn't ride like I do when I am practicing at home.
There was only one corner that I really felt like I was riding with good speed. The entry into the turn was different to most other riders and the line was a deep rut, compared to the other six or so other lines. I found myself saying 'just trust yourself and ride how you feel comfortable riding'.
I am really pleased that I heard this little voice and I am now noticing that I hear it more often. So with practice and a good ear, I am going to relax and just trust myself!
There was only one corner that I really felt like I was riding with good speed. The entry into the turn was different to most other riders and the line was a deep rut, compared to the other six or so other lines. I found myself saying 'just trust yourself and ride how you feel comfortable riding'.
I am really pleased that I heard this little voice and I am now noticing that I hear it more often. So with practice and a good ear, I am going to relax and just trust myself!
Old times
Whilst I am unable to race or ride, I am finding it challenging to keep my thoughts away from being on a bike. Yesterday, I decided to clear out an old set of draws in my garage so I could create some more space and for a chest of four draws it took a long time.
The draws were full of old photos and Grand Prix timed result sheets. It was great fun looking through them and I noticed that when I used to win my races in the schoolboys (up to the age of sixteen) winning and racing was so easy. I also realised that I have many, many happy memories.
As I look back at some of the lap times from the races, I feel like kicking myself, as in one particular race, my best lap time was three seconds off the fastest time in the race. I know now that this is nothing considering that my start position for this race was really at a disadvantage (right on the outside), and I came from the back off the pack to 17th position, two places outside the points. I feel like kicking myself because back then I didn't know I was fast enough to be well inside the top ten, or, that I was stopping myself from doing it. Even though I had the race results (lap times) showing me that I could.
I think that , for me, setting my high goals and finding that I need to change to be able to get better results, the journey is making me a much better person, and, for this, I am grateful.
The draws were full of old photos and Grand Prix timed result sheets. It was great fun looking through them and I noticed that when I used to win my races in the schoolboys (up to the age of sixteen) winning and racing was so easy. I also realised that I have many, many happy memories.
As I look back at some of the lap times from the races, I feel like kicking myself, as in one particular race, my best lap time was three seconds off the fastest time in the race. I know now that this is nothing considering that my start position for this race was really at a disadvantage (right on the outside), and I came from the back off the pack to 17th position, two places outside the points. I feel like kicking myself because back then I didn't know I was fast enough to be well inside the top ten, or, that I was stopping myself from doing it. Even though I had the race results (lap times) showing me that I could.
I think that , for me, setting my high goals and finding that I need to change to be able to get better results, the journey is making me a much better person, and, for this, I am grateful.
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Review
Whilst talking to Ashley Scott recently, he was able to point out to me that I had made a major mistake in setting my goals. As Ashley told me what had happened, I took the information in and was aware of what he was saying, however, it was only until I went for a run this morning that I really understood the meaning of my mistake. I am now going to re-asses my short term goals.
I have enjoyed running the past two days, it has given me the opportunity to think in solitude, which I really enjoy.
I have enjoyed running the past two days, it has given me the opportunity to think in solitude, which I really enjoy.
Monday, April 09, 2007
Training
Although having a cast on my arm gives my a great opportunity to concentrate on DMP, I am driving myself mad with the restrictions that the cast gives me. My arm in side the cast feels fine now, after a weeks rest. I have recommenced my conditioning training so that I can maintain my fitness.
Thursday, April 05, 2007
MX3 Round 1
On returning from my first MX3 race, I feel very disappointed with myself.
Before I left I needed to sort out a different van to travel to the race in. My friend, Matt Coles, kindly let me borrow his van, however, the van had no tow bar so we were unable to take the caravan.
Going to an MX3 grand prix in a Mercedes Vito van was not how I had planned my first race. Although this meant that we could save a lot of time by travelling faster on the roads (without the caravan), it also meant we had to find a hotel once we were there, as well as setting up each morning and packing each night, I felt that this was poor preparation, on my behalf.
During practice on Saturday we had a few rain showers, which was great as I love riding in the wet, however, my friend with me didn't share the same view and I found myself using energy, explaining to him that rain is good, so he could be positive and my environment would be a better place to be.
I had agreed to let another British rider use my power washer and to be told it wasn't working when I went to use for the first time meant that I had to strip the pump down, clean and rebuild it before we could start preparing the bike for the next session. I was pleased to be able to help someone else, with the loan of my washer and this was fine.
I really enjoyed riding on the track, it's a really fun track to ride.
By the time we were packed up and off to the hotel, the time was quite late, which meant we ate late, went to bed late and got up late.
I took my time to get ready and went straight down for practice, to arrive there just in time. Sunday warm up for me is 4 or 5 laps warming up followed by 4 or 5 laps at full speed. On my 3rd warm up lap, I fell off. I don't know what I did differently and the fall defiantly took me by surprise.
I realised that I had hurt my left wrist immediately and was really pleased when the initial pain had passed and I thought I had only a bruise. Before the first race however, there was swelling and more discomfort. I got ready to race and as I rode down the start straight I thought I was going to be ok, however, after exiting the first turn and hitting the first bump, I found that I was unable to hold on to the handle bar and was in great pain.
There was to be no racing for me and we set off for home straight away.
After visiting the doctors, it was very clear that my scaphoid bone was broken and that I needed to return to the fracture clinic the following day. After another doctor had looked at the x-rays, I was told that the scaphoid had been broke for over 5 years and that I had a fractured my arm!
I am now in cast for 4 weeks and will start training on Monday.
Before I left I needed to sort out a different van to travel to the race in. My friend, Matt Coles, kindly let me borrow his van, however, the van had no tow bar so we were unable to take the caravan.
Going to an MX3 grand prix in a Mercedes Vito van was not how I had planned my first race. Although this meant that we could save a lot of time by travelling faster on the roads (without the caravan), it also meant we had to find a hotel once we were there, as well as setting up each morning and packing each night, I felt that this was poor preparation, on my behalf.
During practice on Saturday we had a few rain showers, which was great as I love riding in the wet, however, my friend with me didn't share the same view and I found myself using energy, explaining to him that rain is good, so he could be positive and my environment would be a better place to be.
I had agreed to let another British rider use my power washer and to be told it wasn't working when I went to use for the first time meant that I had to strip the pump down, clean and rebuild it before we could start preparing the bike for the next session. I was pleased to be able to help someone else, with the loan of my washer and this was fine.
I really enjoyed riding on the track, it's a really fun track to ride.
By the time we were packed up and off to the hotel, the time was quite late, which meant we ate late, went to bed late and got up late.
I took my time to get ready and went straight down for practice, to arrive there just in time. Sunday warm up for me is 4 or 5 laps warming up followed by 4 or 5 laps at full speed. On my 3rd warm up lap, I fell off. I don't know what I did differently and the fall defiantly took me by surprise.
I realised that I had hurt my left wrist immediately and was really pleased when the initial pain had passed and I thought I had only a bruise. Before the first race however, there was swelling and more discomfort. I got ready to race and as I rode down the start straight I thought I was going to be ok, however, after exiting the first turn and hitting the first bump, I found that I was unable to hold on to the handle bar and was in great pain.
There was to be no racing for me and we set off for home straight away.
After visiting the doctors, it was very clear that my scaphoid bone was broken and that I needed to return to the fracture clinic the following day. After another doctor had looked at the x-rays, I was told that the scaphoid had been broke for over 5 years and that I had a fractured my arm!
I am now in cast for 4 weeks and will start training on Monday.
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