Still here

I'm two weeks into my marathon training program.  Why am I doing this again???  I have my reasons but sometimes I forget. 

Week one included running, walking & cross training. Week two, more of the same.

I love the cross training days because that's when I get to hop on my bike.  I love that bike.

Speaking of bike, I've participated in some organized events over the last couple of months.  The NYC Century Bike Tour was spectacular.  Did the 55 mile route that had me pedaling away on the Brooklyn Bridge bike path. Riding above traffic...quite a feeling.

The Triborough Bridge path was another perk.  Loved it. 

I saw two people fall. One went over her handle bars and luckily only sustained minor injuries.  I can't quite figure out how she managed that one but I was glad to see her on her bike again.

I fell over once trying to unclip.  No injuries, just a little embarrassed.

Val and I did a 40 miler for MS two weeks ago. We finally got her a hybrid and she was excited to test her limits on this ride.  She did really well except for one fall that left her with bruised ribs.  She was a trooper and finished the ride!

My hopes are to get in at least one or two long rides in October and possibly November.  Hint, hint hun ;-)