Some pics of today’s ride as well. Finally got some mojo back. OK. So some pointers for new riders or returning riders in their middle age. In no particular order. 1. Your not as fit as you imagine. So….. You may be thinking this is a bit harsh. First time I returned to activity IContinue reading “Some thoughts for new riders or those returning to their bikes.”
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Motivation, where art you motivation.
So. Lockdown 2021. Wales. Perfect opportunity for cycling more. I see people out on their bikes and smile. Many more cyclists around me. What am I doing? Bikes in the shed. I’m sat on my bottom. I dream about getting on the bike but it never materialises. I love cycling yet all motivation to doContinue reading “Motivation, where art you motivation.”
Work, lock down, scary times and a bike ride. A brief mental health note.
OK. So it’s been a while. Well a week or two. UK is gripped in what I can only describe as a nightmare pandemic. I won’t discuss the governments approach to it here. This is not the place or time. Thankfully we can ride. From the house. Back to the house. Above is a picContinue reading “Work, lock down, scary times and a bike ride. A brief mental health note.”
Pics from today’s cycle 🚴♀️👍
So today was the day. I’ve lost motivation recently, put on a few more pounds. Blood sugars are high blah blah blah. Today I reconfirmed my love of cycling. A short mildly hilly (everywhere is in Wales) route. I thought I’d share some pics I took along the way. Send in your pics of yourContinue reading “Pics from today’s cycle 🚴♀️👍”
One of my other loves. Is it the same?
So. What is it that makes us love cycling? Can this be found elsewhere? Is there anything unique to cycling that cannot be found elsewhere? Well. Motorcycling is two wheels. It’s freedom. It can be done solo or in a group. Any weather….. With the right kit. Any place with the right bike for theContinue reading “One of my other loves. Is it the same?”
An interesting article. I used to teach this stuff. Needed to apply it to myself as well tho!
Broken dreams covid 19
I should really start with an apology. Broken dreams? No. Paused dreams. The dreams are still there. I like many of you had many plans for 2020. Many cycle routes and a couple of trips planned as well as a family holiday. On the back drop of many years being depressed with anxiety on topContinue reading “Broken dreams covid 19”
What’s the difference in my age?
What’s the difference? Mentally nowt. I’m 14 in my head. Physically? Well. There are days I feel young, vibrant, able to do anything. I pay for those days with days of waking up thinking a bus has hit me. My younger self would or could have gone straight back out and done it all again.Continue reading “What’s the difference in my age?”
Cycling to an older age. 