Reply With QuoteGood job Lauren! It sounds like you're definitely improving.
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10-24-2006, 08:58 AM #1
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Progress. . . .
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I just completed my eight mile loop out in the country. Three weeks ago I needed three or four stops to get through it comfortably. Today I did it in 35 minutes without any stops. There are only two hills and the headwind was brief, plus the temp was a comfortable 75 (versus 95 three weeks ago), but still I think my endurance and stamina has increased quite a bit.
My HR hit 161 on one of the long uphills and this is a bit high for me using the 226 minus my age formula, but I wasn't that winded and just slowed my cadence to hit 159 at the top.
I'm really jazzed to feel like I'm getting into shape and can really tell a difference in such a short time. I hope its me thats improving and not just my new bike!
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10-24-2006, 11:34 AM #2
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10-24-2006, 11:54 AM #3
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Right on, Lauren! Congratulations.
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10-24-2006, 12:14 PM #4
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Lauren,
this is on your Volpe, right? Where are you located?
Good work, keep us posted on your further progress.
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10-24-2006, 12:23 PM #5
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Thats awesome! Isn't it amazing how quickly we improve while having fun???
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10-24-2006, 01:13 PM #6
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I just LOVE that feeling!!!!
People compliment me for my self discipline in getting in shape. I don't tell them that I'm just having FUN!!Lisa
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10-24-2006, 09:12 PM #7
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Way to go! Keep up the good fun, er, work. Sounds like you're making wonderful progress. I love that everytime I ride, I've got a natural high all day and I feel stronger each time.
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10-24-2006, 09:21 PM #8
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Great job! The cooler weather is helpful, but it sounds like you are improving. I applaud you for taking care of your health and making it fun!!
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10-25-2006, 07:24 AM #9
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Lauren, you are doing a fantastic job! Keep on riding.
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10-25-2006, 07:38 AM #10
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Wonderful to hear, Lauren
Now you can see what a difference a *little* biking makes you will just do more and more.
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10-25-2006, 03:05 PM #11
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I can feel the energy from here
Keep on rockin'!
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10-25-2006, 03:20 PM #12
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Did we ever get pix of that new Volpe? Or did I miss them? We want PIX!
Oh, yeah, btw, congrats on your progress, since that was the point of the thread. You go, Bianchi Girl!
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10-25-2006, 04:47 PM #13
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good job! keep up the good work!!!
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