Like Riding A Bike
Actually riding a bike again after like 15 years of not is very much like riding a bike. I will admit it took me a little bit of time to get the gears right and I don't remember my butt hurting quite as much from the seat. I also again was faced with how out of shape I am in but I definitely liked this more than just running, much much more.
I am proud to say I did about 1.5 miles, I just wanted to test it out and prove to myself I could still do it. My next goal is to drive around our neighborhood, down the streets I've never really gotten to see. Also I can now go further in the neghborhood to take pictures, I'm so excited.
My goal this week is to be more optimistic, it's not easy for me as I'm naturally a kind of pessimistic person. I am going to learn to appreciate myself for what I am now and not what I hope to be one day. No more talking down about myself or beating myself up. No more self-destruction and no more impossible expectations.
How can I expect to do any good for myself if I have no hope for myself?
I think the fact you’ll be able to take pictures of new things will help you with the bike riding. It’s almost like a mini-goal inside of a bigger goal!
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Robin Reply:
September 2nd, 2009 at 9:18 am
@B, i just must remember to bring my inhaler from now on.
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Hurray!!! My bike (that I haven’t ridden in years) seat hurt me, so I got a gel seat — it really helps a lot. No more impossible expectations for me, too. It’s a little tough, though, when it comes to playing hockey again, but I’ve been trying so hard to be realistic. Good luck to us both!
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Robin Reply:
September 2nd, 2009 at 9:18 am
@Barb, i’m totally getting a new seat, it’s a must.
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When I first started riding again I was surprised I could actually do it! The pain goes away quickly, but you can always get a nice seat at a bike shop!
I think it’s great that you are working on your whole person, both mentally and physically!
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Robin Reply:
September 2nd, 2009 at 9:19 am
@Diane, Fit to the Finish, it’s definitely a slow thing but i’m feeling better, i am focusing on that.
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Go you!!! I agree with Diane; fabulous that you are working on you from the inside out. Congrats on the bike ride – it’ll only get easier from here!
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Robin Reply:
September 2nd, 2009 at 9:20 am
@Lainie, i’m going to push myself a little extra every time. it hurts but i want it to be more fun.
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Biking is the most painful exercise out… Balancing this size body on such a small and delicate part of the anatomy is just wrong!
I like your goals… Good luck!
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Robin Reply:
September 2nd, 2009 at 9:20 am
@Hanlie, thanks, i’m trying!
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