As I briefly mentioned in another post, I cycled in the Bike NY 5 Boro Tour. This is a one of a kind event where for one Sunday morning bicyclists get to ride a 42-45…
Posts tagged cycling
Accountability in black and white
Sometimes a common theme emerges for the week. Accountability has been front and center this past week for me. Let me tell you about two totally different stories that both boil down to being accountable….
Coasting and pedaling along life’s path
Yesterday I took another step in training for my summer unsupported bicycle tour with a WLS buddy. On an unsupported tour, the cyclists carry all their food and food prep supplies, camping gear, clothing and…
Are you struggling in your weight loss journey?
In the cycling world, the 1989 Tour De France victory by Greg LeMond is legendary. In 1987 this star cyclist was seriously injured in a hunting accident. He required extensive rehabilitation and physical therapy. He…
Crossing Mountains, Chasing Rivers
In my March 3, 2011 post, Quest for self confidence where x never marks the spot, I introduced my blog readers to my summer cycling journey from Pittsburgh to Annapolis. I am joining my weight…
Spring is here. Get off the couch!
Spring has finally arrived. It’s been a hard winter in Ohio with near record snow. Now that Daylight Savings Time is in effect, evenings are longer allowing more time for enjoying the outdoors. It’s definitely…
Quest for self confidence where x never marks the spot
Here I sit somewhere between middle and senior age. For the past three years I have worked hard to change my life and become that “new“ Tom. I’ve been on a pretty amazing journey of…
a memorable year of cycling
Saturday was the final bike ride of the season for our cycling club. It was fitting that we ended the season cycling the Towpath Trail, the location of our first ride of the season. It’s…