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Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Earth Day cycling

I went on another short bike ride today. This time, though, I brought along two books to "release" on the way (check out bookcrossing) and I extended the ride a bit, checking out what was going on in the lower edges of downtown. I stopped for a deli sandwich, which I attached to my bike rack, and rode home.

I don' t much like stationary bikes. I wish I did. I just like to get somewhere. I like to feel the wind and I love the rush when I reach the top of a small rise (right now I don't attempt anything other than small rises). I like the smells and sounds and sights along the way. I wonder if I could hook a bike to a wii and have adventures...well, I don't yet have a wii but still.

It's encouraging. I feel better, stronger, I have more energy. I don't do much, honestly, just a half-hour ride generally, yet it does make a difference. And I know my knee thanks me. At least it isn't complaining yet.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Have you tried a joint supplement like Micosamine? Its good for joint pain and muscle recovery. I don't have much joint pain yet, since I'm still young, but I use it to recover after a long run. Its great that you are out there exercising. There is no better way to stay healthy!

Breezy said...

Have you tried a joint supplement like Micosamine? Its good for joint pain and muscle recovery. I don't have much joint pain yet, since I'm still young, but I use it to recover after a long run. Its great that you are out there exercising. There is no better way to stay healthy!