Started riding again
03-14-18, 01:59 AM
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Started riding again
New here. Wife got me into her local gym last year and I think I went overboard. I thought she lived there until I got involved.......they even hired me there as one of their certified cycling instructors. LOL. Things you can do when you are almost 60! Anyway, I rode my first timed "race" last year, came in 8th overall and 3rd in my age group.. I have never rode in a race ever in my entire life and I was riding a commuter bike for the 66 miles. Well needless to say I was HOOKED. I bought bike shorts, jerseys, shoes......even ended up with a new bike, sold my commuter and then proceeded to wear out the tires on my new one before the summer ran out. I ride everyday, indoors and out when the weather cooperates. I started riding 6 miles every other day and now I ride 25-40 miles per day. This is a lot of fun and I can't believe the weight I have lost and how fit I am at my age. The friends I have met riding and the scenery.....UNBELIEVABLE. So much fun. I hope to read more ideas around here.....
03-14-18, 11:56 AM
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Welcome to Bike Forums, bigsky109! I think you're doing it right.
03-14-18, 01:18 PM
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Welcome. I'm also almost 60, but I don't think I'm in your league. LOL. Hope to get there soon.
03-14-18, 11:25 PM
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Wow great story! Looks like your wife knew all along what the best things are about going to the gym! Now look at you, that's awesome! Keep on going, you're an inspiration...
Oh and welcome to Bike Forums!
Oh and welcome to Bike Forums!
03-15-18, 07:04 PM
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Welcome to Bike Forums bigsky109!
03-16-18, 03:19 AM
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You sir are an inspiration! Pedal On!
