so happy I found this forum!

[AmbitiousGirl]

Thank you all for the kind words! I realize that I'm going to need all the support I can get as I do this!

CA...I'm glad to find another person in Durham! I'm in school at UNC in the school of public health, but we live in SW Durham (off 55/54). I've been riding on the American Tobacco Trail, but need to start braving the streets. Route advice would be great!

Grayson...I know what you mean about money! Fund raising aside, I am quickly realizing how much of an investment this will be. But it feels good to spending money on something that is good for me.

[Bike Goddess]

AG- Keep up the good work, and work on your diet as well. As you increase your mileage, you'll probably find that certain foods are more appealing than others. Eat healthy and eat small amounts often!

I started riding in 2003 and by 2004 had lost 25lbs. I've lost another 5lbs since then. How did I do it? I trained hard, easy, and often!

Congrats on your graduate work as well.

ALC- 2005 with TREK and gang!