Starting Again at Ground Zero ....

[alpinerabbit]

Don't be embarrassed. Be proud that you got back into the saddle.
Maybe you can also take longer walks with the dog. I hear they like going for an hour a day.

Surely you only need one new pair of bike pants and an existing functional top and you're ready.

*whistles* I think the metaphor is "back to square one"

[HermitGirl]

Wow, thanks ladies ! First off, I do go often an hour of hiking a day, and it's very good for my base health (I really am quite healthy). I think the dog (3 yr old German Shepherd), aka "my personal trainer" , has been the excuse I've used for not riding. Hiking is good, but it hasn't taken the weight off like cycling will do. I've actually gained a lot of weight on my disciplined hiking schedule I've been off and on with since we got the puppy 3 years ago !!! I know , I know.... what on earth am I eating???? lol


When it warms up this afternoon, I am going to get on my bike, and I'll check back in then. I think I can maybe squeeze into my old threadbare stretched-out size med shorts and large tights, and DH's turtleneck shirts. Thanks so much ! Just having contact with you all makes all the difference, I live a very isolated life.

[arielmoon]

Welcome!

Think positive all things are possible!

[Aint Doody]

You go, girl! Making the decision to get back on the bike is the first step. Good for you!

[jobob]

Hello HG, and welcome to the fray!

There's a reason why my avatar shows a bike with training wheels...

<--- see?

We were all beginners at one time or another. And although I'm a relative oldtimer and old fart around here, I'm still learning new stuff.

So embrace your return to newbiehood! It won't last long.

[Aggie_Ama]

Welcome we all were new or felt new again or just felt inadequate. My signature says "Can't never could". My mom said it to me so much as a child I hated it. Now I think it is the wisest thing ever, maybe I am biased. So do 5 miles, do 2 miles, do the whole loop. The fact that you are trying means you don't like the word can't either. You have found friends here, WELCOME!

[Susan126]

Welcome HG! I am looking forward to reading all about your progress! You will be amazed at how quickly you will regain all! Hang in there. You took the first and biggest step by returning to your cycling!

Sue