My Bike Adventure! - ThinnerTimes

Miss Kitty · 07-19-2007, 09:59 AM

You know what I discovered yesterday? I discovered that when you are obese, you are really missing out on things in life!

I've had my 3 speed beach cruiser for a few weeks now. Let me remind you that this was the first time I've been on a bike for about 20 years! I've been riding it in the evening after sun goes down so nobdy sees me...then I got over myself and started riding it in the daylight...And yesterday....Wow! I went on a 4 mile ride that was absolutely amazing! (and yes, it was in daylight)

I live right by a river trail that leads to the beach. I've lived here for 13 years and this is the first time I've ever been on it! See what I've been missing? The feeling of the ocean breeze blowing through my hair and the warm sun felt fabulous! When we got to the beach, my daughter and I pushed our bikes on the sand and watched the waves roll in while we took a water break. We rode our bikes on the boardwalk and I actually felt like a normal person! Nobody stared, nobody pointed fingers...I felt normal.

Things I learned on my first bike adventure:

*One should always wear sunscreen while going on a bike ride, unless you want a lobster farmer's tan!
*One should peddle faster when they see a hill coming up!
*Squirrels are very cute!
*It's good to have a bell! Ring, Ring!
*Keep your eyes on the road ahead of you, not on the scenery!
*One should always wear sunglasses while riding!
*Those lifeguards are very cute!
*7-11 sells crystal lite slurpees!!!
*And last, but not least---I am so lucky to have had surgery, losing weight, feeling great, and being able to enjoy my wonderful surroundings in a new way!

Watch out people...Here I come! Ring-Ring!!!!

taleci · 07-19-2007, 10:10 AM

I am so jealous you live so close to the water! what a wonderful day you must have had! And what a great example of healthy living you are setting for your daughter!
way to go! ring-ring!

alees55 · 07-19-2007, 10:23 AM

I feel as though I've waited all of my life to do what you just did. I dream about riding around the reservoir that's not far from my house. I've wondered if I could find a bike that could support my 500+ lbs.
I can't wait!!!!! Lord willing and if the creek don't rise.

CeeCee · 07-19-2007, 11:30 AM

Woo hoo! Look at you! Gee, maybe I'll get on a bike again someday...
But Crystal Lite Slurpees? Yippee!

porshh951 · 07-19-2007, 11:34 AM

WOW!
Im very happy for you. We truely were missing out on so much. I had no idea my life could be like this for sure. Im so glad you are out and trying new things. Sounds like it was a hellva good time. I wish I had been there. I love the beach at sun set.

Miss Kitty · 07-19-2007, 09:45 PM

No, John, I was on my bike ride in the middle of the day...Therefore, the lobster farmer's tan on my arms! Next time I'll have to remember my sunglasses and my sunscreen.

porshh951 · 07-20-2007, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Miss Kitty

No, John, I was on my bike ride in the middle of the day...Therefore, the lobster farmer's tan on my arms! Next time I'll have to remember my sunglasses and my sunscreen.

oh i know you were out during the day. I was just saying I love the beach at sunset. haha.

and yes please by all means bring your sunscreen....we would want to burn that new bod of yours so quickly out the gate would we?

Gina in NY · 07-20-2007, 11:01 AM

Oh I hear you. I love being out there on the bike. I've seen ring necked pheasants, almost hit a chipmunk, and even startled a red fox the other day. These are all things I never would have seen if I hadn't lost the weight.

My favorite new word though is Gel Chamois - those bike shorts with the padding between you legs...I won't go into more detail but, they make life much more comfy.

andet · 07-20-2007, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Miss Kitty

You know what I discovered yesterday? I discovered that when you are obese, you are really missing out on things in life!

I've had my 3 speed beach cruiser for a few weeks now. Let me remind you that this was the first time I've been on a bike for about 20 years! I've been riding it in the evening after sun goes down so nobdy sees me...then I got over myself and started riding it in the daylight...And yesterday....Wow! I went on a 4 mile ride that was absolutely amazing! (and yes, it was in daylight)

I live right by a river trail that leads to the beach. I've lived here for 13 years and this is the first time I've ever been on it! See what I've been missing? The feeling of the ocean breeze blowing through my hair and the warm sun felt fabulous! When we got to the beach, my daughter and I pushed our bikes on the sand and watched the waves roll in while we took a water break. We rode our bikes on the boardwalk and I actually felt like a normal person! Nobody stared, nobody pointed fingers...I felt normal.

Things I learned on my first bike adventure:

*One should always wear sunscreen while going on a bike ride, unless you want a lobster farmer's tan!
*One should peddle faster when they see a hill coming up!
*Squirrels are very cute!
*It's good to have a bell! Ring, Ring!
*Keep your eyes on the road ahead of you, not on the scenery!
*One should always wear sunglasses while riding!
*Those lifeguards are very cute!
*7-11 sells crystal lite slurpees!!!
*And last, but not least---I am so lucky to have had surgery, losing weight, feeling great, and being able to enjoy my wonderful surroundings in a new way!

Watch out people...Here I come! Ring-Ring!!!!

Your post made me smile! I am so jealous you live near the water, but happy that you enjoyed yourself so much.

Miss Kitty · 07-21-2007, 11:51 AM

Well...Keep smiling! It looks like you are off to a good start with your WLS journey too!