Riding my bike

As a volunteer clown, participating in functions to help children, I often ride one of those silly little bikes where my knees are above the handle bars. As a chubby clown I had problems riding them. As a slim downed clown the small bikes are much easier although I prefer my carbon frame, Kestrel Road Bike now. Now that I am almost to my goal I plan to spend the next ten years riding my bike in events across the USA. The plan is to ride in five events each year which will give me whole USA after ten years. There are many bike rides sponsored annually by worthy charitable organizations. Riding my bike will allow me to help others while helping myself maintain my newfound slimness. I wanted to commit to this on the state forums as a reminder to myself that the surgery is only the first step; a life-style change is imperative if I want to maintain. I intend to do that on my bike. Kim

Kim~ A great goal for you, while helping children as well! Kudo's to you! Michelle Brennan

Hi Kim: I too ride my bike to help keep fit ... I still have problems with my knees that does not allow me to walk or jog long distances ... but I have no problem biking. I started a biking club in my local community and we go out several times per week. Yesterday was a nice day and we hit 42 plus miles. It's a lot of fun for me and helps me keep fit. I also hired a personal trainer that I work with at the gym twice a week and that too is helping a lot. I have been telling everyone that I will do a century ride soon ... that is the goal that I am striving for (100 miles). Hopefully I will be able to do this within the next month or two. Good luck and keep up the good work ... I know that I am feeling much better every day for doing all of this, as I am sure that you are. Michael