Drama Mamas Mama
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09-06-12 04:26 PM - Post#4008838
As everyone is aware of, I haven't exercised in years but have been trying to get into better shape and take better care of myself.
Chris told me about a 36 mile bike ride this Saturday and I said sure, I'd like to try it. 
Tonight, I took the kids to Baker Youth Club and went for a 10 mile ride all by myself. I am sure I will make it the 18 miles there, but not so sure I am going to be able to make it back! Start to finish, it took me 36 minutes. I don't know if that is good or bad, but I am soaked with sweat - so it was good for me!
I also have my fingers crossed that my (padded) bike shorts get here tomorrow - or more than my legs will be hurting 
Then on Sunday, we signed up for a 100 mile charity motorcycle ride - I must be  !
But boy, I am sure having fun!!
Beth
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kellcinn
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09-06-12 04:53 PM - Post#4008846
In response to Drama Mamas Mama
Ummmm it might be fun, don't give up! But hope that you aren't too sore on Sat. from testing.
Motorcycles are easy, just sit still, hold on tight, and lean when he leans. Dh always was impressed that I tucked my head down behind him when he 'went over the speed limit'. LOL
Go for it,
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CBisme
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09-06-12 06:11 PM - Post#4008886
In response to kellcinn
36 minutes sounds good to me! You'll be fine. Bring plenty of water and know that you can always take a break if you need it. It's relatively flat where I typically ride so I can take "breaks" while riding by coasting, standing on the pedals to stretch my legs, etc. Rest tomorrow. If you enjoy it, invest in a pair of gel bike shorts - they are well worth EVERY cent.
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Drama Mamas Mama
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09-06-12 06:45 PM - Post#4008890
In response to CBisme
I've got 3 bottles in the freezer - so I think that will be good. It is a fairly flat ride and I did stand on the pedals a few times tonight.
Tomorrow is First Frdays here, so we will walk that for a couple hours, have a drink and eat some junk food.
I will look into the gel; he regularly rides so he is much more prepared for Saturday.
He is not such a fan of organized motorcycle rides and is doing it for me. I've never done one.
Beth
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3 Little Ladies
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09-06-12 08:15 PM - Post#4008900
In response to Drama Mamas Mama
Sounds like fun!
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09-06-12 08:28 PM - Post#4008906
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Curly Laura
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09-06-12 09:01 PM - Post#4008920
In response to gingersfavorite
Well I don't feel so nuts for signing up for my first 5k which is Saturday. It's 1/12th of what you'll be riding!
Good luck! Have fun!!!
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09-07-12 02:23 AM - Post#4008972
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If you like bike riding, you'll have lots of fun - enjoy it!
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Drama Mamas Mama
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09-07-12 05:37 AM - Post#4009008
In response to RedSquirrel
I wasn't sure I would, so I borrowed Chris' bike for a couple days. I ended up ordering my own.
Beth
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Kiwifarmer
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09-07-12 04:07 PM - Post#4009286
In response to Drama Mamas Mama
Something I learned.........and it sounds a bit gross.......go commando.
Serious!!!!!!!! No knickers under the bike pants. If you are doing a long ride the knickers can Rub places you don't want rubbed.
I did not heed the warning and paid the price with a nasty graze on my nether regions 
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Drama Mamas Mama
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09-08-12 08:07 AM - Post#4009426
In response to Kiwifarmer
Looks like commando it is! Definitely do not want a graze there!!
Beth
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09-08-12 09:18 AM - Post#4009450
In response to Drama Mamas Mama
I didn't even know they made padded/gel bike shorts!
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Drama Mamas Mama
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09-09-12 12:41 PM - Post#4009794
In response to rottiefan
The ride was a road ride, into the wind up and down hills. Took me an hour and a half to go 17.something miles and I was done! Sat in the center of town sipping a coffee while Chris rode back to Warsaw, got the truck, and came and got me.
Sore today, but not miserable, thank God.
I am proud of myself, but wishful tht I had tried to make it back - oh well, I'll just train for next year!!
Beth
Mom to Conner (my boog, bud, and little man) and Reagan (my drama mama wild child fearless make my hair go gray girl)! |
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09-09-12 03:06 PM - Post#4009816
In response to Drama Mamas Mama
Way to go
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