SO out of shape, but really trying

[RoadRaven]

Colleen - way to go
Well done...

You have the motivation, and that is most of the battle.

You sum it up beautifully "it is a nice feeling."

Thats what its about.

As for the trainer... dont worry too much about the "what" at the moment... put some music or a TV show on and just hop on. Make your goal a time - ten minutes, or 15, or 20, then 30...

Later, when you have built up your cycling base a little you can start thinking about the "what" on a trainer and make it specific.

Just getting on an indoor bike is a mission for some, so try and make it enjoyable - make sure you can peel a layer off as you warm up - make sure the room isn't too hot (I know you are heading into winter, but even in winter I have been known to get a fan out to blow on me while I am on the trainer. Make sure you have some water nearby.

Don't set too much resistence initially, you are aiming for time, not exhausting your legs - their is a place for 'intense' workouts... but again, thats the "what" and that can come later.

Just enjoy, and keep telling us your goals, and when you have met them. Let us be your "cheer-leaders".

Goals you think about telling us might seem small to you sometimes... but remember, we have ALL been there at some point - we have all had to start somewhere, and we will rejoice with you.

Cycling is awesome, take it softly softly to begin with, enjoy it... and before you know it you will be achieving things on the bike that will surprise yourself.