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I rode my bike

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  • kmpsbl2016
    kmpsbl2016 Posts: 16 Member
    What a great accomplishment! Just motivated me to get mine cleaned up to use it.:smile:
  • perfectingpatti
    perfectingpatti Posts: 1,037 Member
    So exciting!
  • xcmtnracer
    xcmtnracer Posts: 426 Member
    Keep it up, I returned to the bike a few years ago after stopping for over 20 years and ended up placing number 2 in the nation for mountain bike racing after my second year back on wheels, stay determined, ride hard, but wear a helmet.
  • Thad81
    Thad81 Posts: 138 Member
    I know the feeling. When I was still very heavy I decided I wanted to buy a bike again and ride it like I had when I was a kid. So I went to walmart and bought a cheapo. One of the ones that have the built in shocks in the front. I rode it with great difficulty and every time I would lean forward I would compress the shocks and the front wheel would have trouble moving. I was so disappointed and disgusted. I returned it the next day, and didnt try again for nearly six years. This last summer I rode a bike across the state of Iowa in seven days. Keep up the great work Hoss! You are gonna get there, and its gonna be sweet!
  • justtodayjen333
    justtodayjen333 Posts: 142 Member
    This is the best victory ever! love it love it love it! Congrats to you on all of the hard work you are doing! Thanks for sharing--seriously!!!!
  • Lainn
    Lainn Posts: 281 Member
    And that is how it is done! No crazy *kitten* crash diets, but hard work and perseverance. My hat is off to you!
  • Oishii
    Oishii Posts: 2,675 Member
    That's great! Soon you'll have that freedom again! :drinker:
  • MinimalistShoeAddict
    MinimalistShoeAddict Posts: 1,946 Member
    That is absolutely wonderful! Congratulations. It has been quite a few years since I rode a bike, which is something I should correct soon. Its a great aerobic exercise that is easy on your joints
  • amylahminute
    amylahminute Posts: 613 Member
    Way to go!! :)
  • LMick1986
    LMick1986 Posts: 431
    I got a lump in my throat and some tears in my eyes! Very inspirational!
  • chavaaguirre
    chavaaguirre Posts: 40 Member
    hell yeah!
  • shellebelle79
    shellebelle79 Posts: 52 Member
    You have every right to shout it from the rood tops!! Awsome job, and I bet your kids are proud of their Dad!
  • funkycamper
    funkycamper Posts: 998 Member
    Love your bike story on your blog. Love that you had a good ride today. Love a guy that loves a bike.

    In summer of 2011, I could only ride about 5 miles on flats before my muscles were dying (and my knees felt like screaming).

    In summer of 2012, did a back-to-back century ride (200 miles, Seattle to Portland, STP). Can't wait to do it again better and faster in 2013.

    You can do it!
  • m0ll3pprz
    m0ll3pprz Posts: 193 Member
    That is so awesome and inspiring, congratulations!!! Be very proud, you've earned it!
  • meerkat70
    meerkat70 Posts: 4,605 Member
    This story made me cry. Amazing stuff! Well done.
  • CarolynB38
    CarolynB38 Posts: 553 Member
    That is such an inspiring story. Well done! That is a huge achievement and you should be shouting from the rooftops :happy:
  • fishermanmatt
    fishermanmatt Posts: 308 Member
    Congratulations on your joirney and finally being able to take a ride.
  • jaisaansmommy
    jaisaansmommy Posts: 38
    That is awesome! I bought a bike last summer to ride with my kids and it is a challenge:)
  • downsizinghoss
    downsizinghoss Posts: 1,035 Member
    Thanks everyone! I am still pretty damn excited about today. And the best news, my knee isn't killing me! It feels pretty damn good after that.
  • SkinnyBubbaGaar
    SkinnyBubbaGaar Posts: 389 Member
    Hell to the Yes! Very inspiring, thank you for that.
  • shehil70
    shehil70 Posts: 5 Member
    That is fantastic!! Keep going....
  • lilpoindexter
    lilpoindexter Posts: 1,122 Member
    CONGRATS!:wink:
  • GetHotIn2014
    GetHotIn2014 Posts: 201 Member
    That's totally not silly! It is awesome! Congrats! =)
  • Gerald_King
    Gerald_King Posts: 2,031 Member
    Way to go great progress
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