The radio weather dude said it would be getting up to 66 degrees today. I suggested to Hubby Tony that we pack a picnic lunch and take our bikes out for the first ride of the year. He agreed.
After we finished our morning activities I put together meals for both of us (in individual Ziploc bags so we could each carry our own), threw on a t-shirt and a pair of exercise capris, and found a backpack. Tony was nice enough to check my tires for air. On the way out the door I grabbed a fleece and the all-important face mask.
The last time I rode was shortly before Halloween, and today my body told me in no uncertain terms it wasn't used to that type of exertion. We stayed away from the most direct route because of its large hill and left through the back of the neighborhood. I was embarrassed when I could barely make it up an incline that was no big deal last year, and I might have been able to walk up another one faster than my pedals took me, but I managed to stay in the seat.
Tony and I rode to a small park about three miles from the house. There were a lot of people out enjoying the nice weather, but it was easy to find a bench and eat. We took a scenic route home, going several blocks out of the way before doubling back to a grocery store, where Tony purchased some ingredients for tonight's dinner. The last part of the ride was backtracking our original route, and it was wonderful to be able to coast down the hills that gave me so much trouble earlier in the day.
Our total ride was a little over eight miles. By the time I got home I was already feeling the muscles that will be sore tomorrow. I don't know when my schedule and the weather will cooperate for another bike ride, but I'm already looking forward to it.
Fie years ago today: Granola
It sounds like you and Tony had a nice time. Glad that you two were able to get out and enjoy a nice day. I hope that you enjoy a wonderful week.
ReplyDeleteI am definitely loving the spring-like weather.
DeleteEight miles ride? Energetic.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
That is actually on the low end of what I had worked up to last year.
DeleteOOOOOOOH, THAT back in the saddle.
ReplyDeleteYes, I know the title was a little deceptive but it was the best I could do :-)
DeleteNice outing, how lovely, to eat lunch in the park after a bike ride.
ReplyDeleteGood for you getting out!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely back in the saddle. Good going.
ReplyDeleteNot only is it great to get out into the fresh air and do some exercise, but riding again is a reminder that the nice weather is on its way.
ReplyDeleteI have no expectation that it will continue to be this nice for the rest of March, but I'll definitely take the warmth while it's here.
DeleteOh my gosh! 8 miles! That's quite a distance. It's great to get exercise, but I hope you didn't suffer any aches or pains.
ReplyDeleteI did have some slightly sore muscles the nest day, but it made me happy to know that I was getting back in shape.
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