My new life...

[michbiker]

Short story...back injury in Feb. I was paralyzed and didn't have use of my bowel and bladder until my emergency surgery. In April I had to have my gall bladder out. 2 surgeries in 10 weeks! I vowed to never take my health and body for granted again (I was overweight, stressed, taking care of eveyone else.) After a great physical therapist got me working out 3 days a week(hard) I lost 30 pounds and am strong. I've watched my husband do triathalons, races, and centuries for 5 years thinking I could never do that. In June I told him I was going to do the Wish A Mile with his team next year (300 miles in 3 days). He bought me a carbon fiber Giant OCR2 so that I would like cycling. I love him so much! Anyway I work out 5 days a week, have only taken my bike out a few times. I have it on a trainer in my LR. I love my new strong body and I love my new bike!

[badgercat]

First of all, looks like you're new, so welcome to TE... I'm pretty new around here myself, but I think it's a great place to "hang out."

Second... wow. Congratulations on all you've overcome and best of luck with your goals and your new bike!

[bluebug32]

Awesome!! Good luck to you

[Aggie_Ama]

What an inspiring story, can't wait to here the part about the ride next year!

[wildhawk]

Sounds like you are on your way to a healthy new life!! I can relate, having had some serious health issues last year. I have lost over 55 lbs. and recently began biking again with my hubby. I have a Giant hybrid that sat in my living room for a few years while I neglected my health. I dusted her off, tuned her up, accessorized the heck out of her and she is my health partner. Since cycling, I have been getting stronger every time I ride and have a major goal of doing the MS150 ride next May (2 days, 75 each day). In the beginning I thought there was no way I could, but now I am positive I CAN! You will too - best wishes to you for health and happy riding!!

[Iris616]

Welcome to TE!

You have an inspiring story. Thanks for sharing!

[DebTX]

Amazing story - welcome to TE. I'm a fellow newbie and have found so much help here. Good luck with your training.

[Grits]

I'm so glad you are getting strong and healthy and love your bike. Sounds like you have a great hubby, too! Family support makes such a huge difference.

[luvmypwds]

Welcome!! Sounds like you've overcome quite a bit! Your DH sounds wonderfully supportive.

[beccaB]

I am from Jackson,Michigan. Maybe we'll run into each other at events.

[pardes]

I need a carbon bike. Does your husband have a brother?

Welcome to the group! I don't even know you yet but I'm soooo proud of your accomplishments so far and your goals. Keep us posted!

[michbiker]

Thank you all for your kind words of encouragement. I will keep you updated and will especially be telling everyone about WAM 2009. God bless!