We have a mental health pandemic…
Not many talk about.
Mental health is a critically under resourced sector of our health system.
We as a society have to step up, engage in the hard conversations, love relentlessly, give without remembering, receive without forgetting.
November is marked men’s mental health awareness month.
Speak up, call a friend, you are needed here.
#mensmentalhealth #resilience #brother #youmatter #hope #stayhere #community #mentalhealth
@qeja_socks “Race days” on the group ride are always the move!
I’ve torn through countless socks in sport over the years but I still have my very first pair of the race day socks and not a sign of wear on them! Also that’s after I races 2,500 miles in them😵💫
Do your feet a favor and snag a pair 🤌🏼
#cycling #socks #instagood #bikes #vélo
Ever try and attack some gnarly climbs before a race? We did hahah sometimes you just gotta crush the legs to get them ready for what is to come!
#climb #cycling #gravelbike #gnarly
@black_fork_gravel_grinder weekend was a wild ride! Punchy climbs, cold weather, muddy technical descents.
I PR’d the entire race even with taking a wrong turn(didn’t upload route and not cell service).
What made this year so special is @therideforhope_ crew showed up and I got to ride with some friends out on course I made last year. I am personally competitive but when it comes to my performance I choose impact. This year was about bringing the stoke to the cycling community locally! I believe we achieved that, marking it as a huge success!
A lot of time goes into what we do at RFH, but it’s always worth it when you know people’s lives are being changed for the better!
Until next time Mohican, onward to @ruleofthree.bike 🤙🏼
📸: @nckbrc
#community #vélo #hope #gravelgrinding #bike
May is #mentalhealthawarness month!
We all struggle, and most of us struggle alone. 1 in 5 Americans have the feeling of loneliness often. We are the “most” connected digitally but thee most unconnected authenticity. Be about lending a hand to a stranger, smile often, greet always, and encourage your people!
Let this month remind you about the millions in need of love, and community. Let it fuel a deeper passion to connect!
You are not alone, I almost took my life at 13yr old. Someone reached to me and that’s one of the reasons I’m still alive and well!
Very simple, but yet one of the most impactful things we can do as a society! Tell someone you love them!
See y’all out there!
#cycling #community #hope #vélo
KEEP PEDALING⚡️
With or without a fully charged battery haha. Fun fact depression can’t hit a moving target. Simply going for a walk or even doing errands can build the feeling of accomplishment and a sense of success on the day! Feeling down, get out and about and if you can connect with the homies🤙🏼
See you out there!
#mentalhealth #passion #hope #cycling #community
Bremen Gravel: RFH x OGG🤌🏼
Group ride vibes were high! As we grow in life at times it’s hard to make true connections. Having folks connect and become friends out here is what it’s all about!
Hydration sponsored by @fuelyourgoodlife
Their hydration mixed with their carbs I found to be an unmatched combo on race day and on any ride! Tastes good, and makes you feel even better!
See you out there on the next one!
#cycling
#community
#instagood
#hope
#gravel
Going for a ride with new friends is just what the doctor ordered! Grateful for @paradisegarage getting my rear hub fixed this week with all the racing I have on deck!!
some really fun miles with @kyle_m_sherrill and @katelynnsherrilll stoked for many more ahead🤙🏼
Get outside, it’s good for your health!
#cycling #cyclingshots #vélo #community
@barryroubaix1 was a bear! I’d say one of the hardest races I’ve done to date! The mix of mud, sand, and cold temps made it more than just pedaling the bike.
I dropped my chain 3 times due to it being clogged up with mud/sand. @atsulli and I tackled the 62 miler and got beat up towards mile 45, and chose to coast in to the finish! The punchy climbs made it hard to gain momentum and recover in between efforts, it was a constant leg crusher!
Apart from the conditions we tried to maintain an optimistic outlook on the day, we chose this, and kept saying we are almost done hahaha! The roads were really dope, and the double track sections were rad and technical!
All that being said, half of gravel racing is mentality. Forcing the mind to reach for something good, and set micro goals while you’re out there in rough conditions!
Cheers to many more races ahead! @black_fork_gravel_grinder on deck!
#gravel #cycling #bike #cyclingshots #mentalhealth
Few ways I stay grounded these days;
1.) supporting others is such a life giving thing to participate in. It allows you to feel apart of something beyond yourself. Support your friends and community!
2.) Eating health does make you feel good but don’t starve yourself of the craving of a cheat meal! Life is short
3.) I’m an optimist to a fault, I truly believe everything has the capacity to improve and I want to be apart of it! With all the bad we must fight to keep our eyes on the beautiful life we have access to!
4.) I am stressed the most when the car isn’t clean, and my space is full of undone chores/tasks. Cleaning helps me get back on track and feel accomplished! Folded laundry is a win!
What are ways you feel grounded!?
#life #hope #passion #cycling #community
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Get yours today! Link in my bio!
#bekenetik #cycling #endurance #efforts #mentalhealth
