30 miles in a week

[Torrilin]

When I got my bike in May, I was having a tough time doing 12-16 miles in a week. Last week, I did 30 miles. I've gone from having a tough time maintaining a decent cadence of 60-80 rpm, to it's doable. I've gone from barely being able to keep going on the second chainring to mostly riding on the biggest one... including some hill climbs. I did an 8 mile ride, the longest ride I've ever done.

My nemesis hill is still taunting me. I made it up further than I have before by about 15 feet.

I'm boggled at the change in my fitness level.

[Tri Girl]

Don't be boggled- you're getting STRONG on your bike!!! Congrats on your longest ride and week- ever!!!! Keep it up, and your nemesis hill will taunt you no more...

[madscot13]

oh I've been there. It used to be 3.5 miles, I hope I can handle that. 9 miles in a day? Gee, what if I die? Now I am having a hard time searching for longer rides.

[Jiffer]

Excellent job! Isn't it fun to see your improvement and know you're getting better? I love obtaining even small goals. Makes it even more fun to get on the bike the next time.

Good for you, biker girl!

[Yen]

I know what you mean! When I started in March, I thought I'd just ride around the neighborhood a couple of days a week in addition to the walking I do. Now, I'd rather ride my bike and we go further every week, and I'd rather ride than walk! It's exciting to feel myself get stronger every week.... especially being over 50.

[KnottedYet]

Torrilin, you are a STUD MUFFIN!!!!!!

Watch out nemesis hill, she's gonna beat yer heinie!