Mimi: Gee, I thought I was the only one who thinks (and sometimes out loud) swears while going up a hill!

Lisa: Just because I'm "glad" it's the end of the season, doesn't mean I won't be riding. I've learned that this is the natural course of things for me, though. I actually like riding in the fall better, too, and this year, at least I have time to do it. I usually ride semi regularly through November and maybe a couple of times in December. Last year my last ride was Dec. 7 and I did ride twice in January, when we got our Jamis bikes. I think I might have missed February.
I've just been a little bummed because I've had a lot of fit issues and then my fibro. kicked up a bit since I got back from my tour. So I have had to slow down and at times struggle, which does not make me happy one bit.
But, I am resolved to deal with what is essentially a strength issue over the winter, so I can feel great in March when riding commences for real again. I am thinking of taking a spin class that is geared for building endurance and strength, using HR zones. It's for 6 weeks and is taught by a one of the top ranked tri athletes in MA, who is a trainer. There's always something to work on!