The Joy of Riding Uphill

 

Ride the momentum,
To the top.
Since it’s down from there,
No need to stop.

Spin the pedals,
Think going faster,
Picture circles,
Then ride on past her.

Keep looking at,
The crest ahead.
Smile, relax,
And show no dread.

Breathe loud and proud,
From the gut.
Don’t hide your breath,
Or try to keep your mouth shut.

Loosen your grip,
And relax your neck,
Stay on the trail,
Avoid a wreck.

Don’t look back,
But think instead,
About what you’ve passed,
And the trail ahead.

Then suddenly you’re there,
And all the up’s behind.
That’s when you can sit back and cruise,
Because there’s no more grind.

Remember that
The climbs are fun.
Cause when they end,
That game’s been won.

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