Sorry couldn't resist the country pun...yes, I rode my bicycle yesterday. It was short, it was too embarrassing to say how far or the pace but I went. This journey may be one of the longest in my life.
Maybe it was supposed to suck because then I would never get in this bad of shape again. Maybe I expected too much out of myself. Maybe I was too hard on myself. Who knows?
So, I went after we watched the prologue of the Tour De France. Inspired, maybe? I went is the whole point and you have to start somewhere. I'm really out of shape. My bum doesn't have its normal toughness. I came home in tears. What can you do? Try harder tomorrow. Go a half mile more or a mile more tomorrow. Just keep going. Like Teddy Roosevelt said "when you're going through hell, keep going."
Here's what I learned...consistency is key, don't have unreasonable expectations, don't be so critical of yourself, and no one is going to do for you. You can sit around feeling sorry for yourself or you can go out and do it. You can still b**** about it but at least you went.
So, hang around for the journey...it might be long but it will be interesting.
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After killing the miles for the past two years (along with you a lot of the time), I've ridden a lot less and I mean a lot less. Falling in love will do that! I think putting things in perspective has helped me deal with that. There are a lot more things in life to make you feel good about yourself than how fast or far you can ride a bike. Feel better my friend. You are awesome.
Hey!! Back to blogging! Yay!!! Don't worry, your bum will toughen up quickly!! Wish I was there to ride some miles together!!!
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