VeganBikeChick,

Just having my thyroid levels back to normal has changed how I think and do things. I'm no longer on depression medication. My body doesn't "hurt" in this weird way that I can't explain. I have the physical energy and desire to ride a bike that I lost over the summer. However; the new physical energy and lack of being physically fit has been a reality check. Slowing down, changing how I do things and listening to my body is a totally new skill set.

I have my bike set up so that it fits perfectly. No more back or left triceps pain once I set the handlebars up correctly. YouTube is fantastic about learning how to adjust your bike and why something works or it doesn't. The adjustable stem has let me experiment with handlebar position and angle.

Now to save up for some much better cycling clothing. It's hard shopping online for clothing since you can't try them on.