My Why

Wow!  I can't believe it has been a year and a half since I last wrote.  That tells you how long I have been off the bandwagon.

Well, guess what!  I am back on in full force and today I am going to list out my Why's for losing weight.  Here we go:

1.  For my body!  I want to take all that extra stress off my joints so I can ENJOY exercise and everyday movement.

2.  For my health!  The more I weigh, the higher my bmi and that means increased risk for all kinds of health concerns.  No thank you.  I think I'd rather lose the weight.

3.  I want to look GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD.  I want that self confidence and love for myself.

4.  I want to be a good role model for my kids.

5.  Swimsuit season.  Need I say more?

6.  Oh to be able to buy the regular sized clothing again instead of the plus!!!!

7.  To RUN a 5k and maybe even a half marathon!  I'd so love to put that 13.1 sticker on my vehicle!

8.  To be able to cross my legs and be comfortable!!

9.  To release some of my stomach rolls!

So...those are my Why's.  What are yours?

Leisure Ride

Super fun bike ride today!!  My friend and I met at the trail head and rode about 9 miles into this little town called Rocheport.  I really don't think the town has more than 1,000 people...although I can always be incorrect.  :)

Anyway...we rode into Rocheport and then stopped at a little restaurant called Abigail's where we had lunch.  We had a delicious ham, bacon, & cheddar panini plus a delicious salad.  So cute and quaint!!  We rode around the town a bit and then headed back home.  Such a GREAT ride!!!  :)

When I ride by myself, I ride for exercise.  We have beautiful trails in Missouri and I really do enjoy riding, but I'm in it for the calorie burn.  So, I try to ride fast and get it done.  I try not to stop because that just means more exercise.  You get the picture...  WELL, add another person to the mix and it is about SOCIAL TIME!!!  :)  The time flies, we take our time, and I enjoy the ride!!  Today was that day.  What a fun time!  Thanks Lesley!!

What a ride!

Today has become a day all about my bikes. Started out fixing the flat on Trixie. Fixed the flat, but struggled to get the tire back on my bike. Set her aside and took Bessie for a ride instead.

About 2 miles into the ride I see a sign that says ROAD CLOSED AHEAD. Thought about turning around, but curiosity kept me pedaling. All of a sudden the trail turned into a mud pit. Seriously, Amy, I thought of you!! By the time I was able to stop (actually I couldn't go any further) my bike was slathered in mud as were my shoes. I struggled to push Bessie out of that pit and she wined and complained and flung mud all over me. Once I got back to gravel we rode together, flinging mud everywhere. Thankful I decided to take my shower AFTER the ride today. 😎

So, my chain took a few miles to be able to shift again, but after a bit, we were ALMOST back to normal riding.  

So, I stopped at a bench to fill up my water bottle. BIG MISTAKE!! Never stop when you are muddy and sweaty and couldn't find your bug spray before the ride. Without exaggeration, I would say 30-50 killer mosquitoes attacked me, hungry for dinner. I was trying as fast as I could to pour water into my bottle and get back on my bike. Those vicious creatures had me screaming and shooing. I was a sight to see I am sure. Now I've got mud, bites and blood all over me.

But, I finished my ride. 17 miles today. TREACHEROUS!