Thank you for your replies.

Since I posted, I have tried to make an effort to go outside and at least DO something, either hiking or cycling. So today, I went for a two hour hike. It has been so long since I took a hike! I could not believe my legs when I got back to the house. I immediately found the foam roller and rolled out my "butt", along my IT band, and the quads.

I think I still got some good exercise without pushing the envelope to much. I think I am underestimating my abilities to some degree. I have not gained a whole lot of weight, something like 10-15 pounds? With strict eating and watching my exercise it should come off fairly easily. I just have to watchout for the chocolate food group Mixing things up a bit might help my mental state too.

I think the next step is to remember to take it slowly on the bike next time. I am not in a race, I am out to have fun and enjoy the riding. SPEED is NOT a factor! Perhaps I should plaster this on my handlebars to remind me.

Small steps...Thank you for your help.

Red Rock