Too late to race?

[pkq]

I had knee surgery at 31. I had already been off the bike and most other activities for 3 months trying to let it heal naturally plus we'd just gone through winter. Was in a velcro cast for only 5 days but that was enough for the muscles to atrophy a lot and the tendons and ligaments to stiffen up significantly. Because the joint was stiff as a board, just getting on the bike was impossible after removing the cast. It took weeks just to get full mobility back.

At 36, I had a hysterectomy, bikini cut, during the summer. I had a good base prior to surgery so healing time was about 4 weeks. I took 6 even though my doctor was ready to release me. I was back on the bike the day he released me and back to form a few weeks later.

A lot depends on prior conditioning, injury, and time off bike. People of all ages race. Go get 'em, Hon!

[Kimred]

I don't think it's ever to late in life to do anything! That being said one of the biggest reasons I race is to keep goals for myself and to keep fit. I like seeing my body get stronger and breaking personal goals. I'm not so much into beating the girl next to me, although I don't want to her to kick my but either! I ride with a 62 year old who can keep up with most 30 year olds if not beat them. She also just won the senior olympics and she never started until her early 40's. She's a tough woman and a huge inspiration for us all!

Have Fun and GO FOR IT!!
Kim