Doin' the Subway Sleeper
The term "Subway Sleeper" entered the lexicon of several local endurance athletes in July 2003 when, after hammering a century ride in near-century temperatures, Activeness!'s Jan passed out at the register of a Subway sandwich shop in the shopping center where many begin and end their rides.
After ordering his post-workout favorite--a combo meal including a 12-inch cold cut trio on white bread with provolone cheese, Sun Chips, and a Coke--Jan suddenly lost consciousness, bracing his fall by throwing his arms atop the counter.
Subseqent, more minor "Subway Sleeper" incidents have included using the aforementioned Subway as a "recovery room"--a place to sit, cool down, and collect one's bearings before mustering the energy to take in nourishment.
Today, proper usage of the term "Subway Sleeper" encompasses any major "bonk" incident in an air-conditioned fast-food restaurant or convenience shop immediately following a long, brutally hot run, ride, or brick.
-John
After ordering his post-workout favorite--a combo meal including a 12-inch cold cut trio on white bread with provolone cheese, Sun Chips, and a Coke--Jan suddenly lost consciousness, bracing his fall by throwing his arms atop the counter.
Subseqent, more minor "Subway Sleeper" incidents have included using the aforementioned Subway as a "recovery room"--a place to sit, cool down, and collect one's bearings before mustering the energy to take in nourishment.
Today, proper usage of the term "Subway Sleeper" encompasses any major "bonk" incident in an air-conditioned fast-food restaurant or convenience shop immediately following a long, brutally hot run, ride, or brick.
-John
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