WOW! Be proud of yourself! Instead of laying around, and eating your way through your depression... you got out and rode!

I read recently, that studies have shown that people who exercise are less likely to be depressed.

I personally do not ride alone on city streets... because I live near nothing buy major roads, and I figured safety in numbers. So, I have some groups that I ride with.

But, if I need/want to ride alone... and not on busy streets... I just go to the lake and ride around it... 25 miles.

I do have to say that riding with someone else is 100 times more fun... but it sure is liberating to know that you can do it on your own as well. Which is scary to do, when you are use to always riding with someone!

PS- HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! It sounds like you are being healthy, and taking care of your body... good for you!