I'm actually trying to build miles toward a century in February. But right now I do a longer ride (only about 20 miles right now) on Wednesday and Sunday. Those are my days off from work. I usually get up at 5 am at least three other days to do 8-10 miles before work. I really am not a morning person, so this is huge for me. I'm working towards commuting in the next couple weeks. It is 32 miles round trip. I also do a lot of yoga. I try to do a little bit every day on my own, and I do a 2 hour private session on Wednesdays. And I usually do at least a little arm strengthening at work with my patients. Wow! I'm actually lying in bed sick right now, and I've been feeling sorry for myself and feeling very lazy. Typing my routine makes me quite proud of my current activity level (sick days excluded). I used to rock climb every Sunday, but cycling seems to have won out.

I would also like to say this was a long time coming. Four years ago, I weighed about 70 pounds more and didn't exercise at all. I think people need to be gentle with their bodies and find their own unique way to fitness. If that is 1 mile on a bike or 30, it is your path... be proud!