Well I knew it would happen eventually. Its not a matter of ?if you get a flat? it is just a matter of time for ?when you get a flat?. This last week I was riding into work when about a mile from work my tire went flat. I pulled over and stopped and checked …
Monthly Archives: April 2011
Biking with the Birds
Sunday was a great day for a bike ride. I decided I would defer from my normal high traffic urban commute trips to work and back and just go exploring. I would just go somewhere I hadn?t been before. I checked Google and found a nice trail site for searching the area @ http://www.traillink.com. On there they …
When you can’t ride the bike
One of the things I’ve been learning with this Optibike challenge is that you need to persevere despite the obstacles that are in your way. As I mentioned in an earlier post, I had the unfortunate and somewhat embarrassing problem of three internal hemorrhoids that have been present for some time, but were aggravated when …
My favorite stretch is ?
Prior to exercising I like to stretch out. My favorite stretch is the Hamstring Stretch from a lying down position. This is easy to do and doesn?t hurt my back. best mac software To do this: First lay flat on your back.Then bend one leg up and put your hands behind that legs thigh. Position …
My Favorite Calf Stretch
My calves tend to get extremely tight. I have found that, especially after any activity, this stretch (or even a similar version on a curb or small step) really helps. I found this information on-line. I cannot vouch for the accuracy of all of the information, but it seems to work for me. The author …
Sunny days are here again!
My previous posts have been about how bad the weather has been. Now I continue my weather reports with how that completely took a turn this last week when it was sunny every day! Praise the lord! I was able to get out every day and ride without a poncho. In fact, some mornings were …
Coach Traci
I really enjoyed our introductory phone call on March 24 with Coach Traci. She sounds awesome! I completed my homework by responding to her questions. Here were my responses to her questions: What’s important to me about my health and fitness? Optimal Health Why? So I can glorify God and enjoy Him forever. Why? So …