OK, I already feel better knowing that other people have hearts like mine

Kelownagirl - yes, I am very new to cycling and prior to that, my main activity was walking about 3-5 miles 5 days a week. I tried running but I also have mild exercise induced asthma and between that and shin splints, running just does not agree with me. Unless it's very cold out, cycling doesn't seem to bring on the asthma (thank heavens).

Starfish - if you can ride up to Hurricane Ridge after just a few years of cycling, then I have hope!

And Zencentury - thanks for that tip! I do not want to pass out. Especially in traffic!!!

So I guess what I need to do is just ride more hills!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!