Quote Originally Posted by Bushranger View Post
The pounds are coming off slowly, but the biggest effect of cycling so far is the effect on my mood. With every ride I feel lighter in spirit and more in control of my life. I am feeling calmer and more confident every day.
I agree wholeheartedly that the MOOD enhancing affect of it all is the main reason to do it. There is just so much hormonal overdose in general in mid age that the cycling just is the best ballaste. I've been a hiker for a couple years solid now, most mornings I go out with the dog, but that doesn't push me as hard as riding up the hill for a good long huff~n~puff. I would like the weight to gradually come off, but most important is keeping my head on straight.... because I can't have one without the other.