2009 Plans/Goals

[GraysonKelly]

Good Thread! It made me think about what I want this year.
1. Ride to work and everywhere else (rain or shine) within reason
2. Work to get my hospital to be more bicycle friendly
3. Learn to mountain bike
4. By Fall, be able to ride 70 miles at least 2 days in a row and 30-50 miles 4 times a week
5. Get involved with cycling groups both road and mountain biking to meet people and learn more
6. Possibly start running if my knee will take it. If not, find another activity to cross train

[redrhodie]

I've given this some thought, and decided it best to make very reasonable goals that even I (SLACKER QUEEN) can meet.

Every day I don't ride, I will do core exercises, and walk at least to the grocery store.

[redrhodie]

I've given this some thought, and decided it best to make very reasonable goals that even I (SLACKER QUEEN) can meet.

Every day I don't ride, I will do core exercises, and walk at least to the grocery store.

So much for that! I've already not met this goal. I have, however, been riding a lot, so it's okay when a day off is a day off.

I want to add a new goal, and this is long-term. I want/hope to keep cycling part of my life for life. What I mean is, I want to be the 90 year old featured in the human interest article in 48 years, still riding her bike. I think the main way to meet this goal is to avoid injury, keep it fun, and make riding routine.

I wonder if this is attainable? I guess luck will have a lot to do with it. I'll keep you posted...

[gingerale]

My main goal is to improve on out of the saddle hill climbing. There is a 1 mile 10% grade hill near my home. I was not able to climb it last year without stopping at least twice to catch my breath. By July, I would like to be able to get up that bad boy without having to stop and being more fluid in my climbing.

[ny biker]

3. Learn to mountain bike

This video might be worth a look for anyone who wants to get into mountain biking.

http://www.wildflowermtb.com/

[GraysonKelly]

This video might be worth a look for anyone who wants to get into mountain biking.

http://www.wildflowermtb.com/

There's a women's specific camp listed on this site!! Holy cow! Thanks, NY Biker...you just made my day. Now, if I can afford it in June then I'll be really happy.
Gray