Show us your.......newbie progress!

[stevey]

Glad your enjoying it and hope your position is right, I am still playing with position!

Thanks i will go for a bike fit when i have some money but overall seeemed ok no aches & pains

 

[Stonechat]

Well come to the end of an eventful month
The stats first
459 miles at an average of 15.3 mph and a total of 16115 feet climbed

It terms of ride the stand out highlight was my first century, the New Forest 100 Sportive
There was more climbing than expected but I completed more easily than expected.
There has been some odd weather with a cooler spell and now warmer again.
I wrestled with getting the layers rigfht and back to shorts and short sleeves again today

 

[SpokeyDokey]

Just back from Doc's and I now have my wrist strapped with a Neoprene Thing.

He thinks I have stretched a tendon. I'm having trouble flexing my fingers.

Hurts more now the Neoprene Thing is on tbh.

I need to figure out how to change gear (right hand) with the Neoprene Thing on for my weekend rides (weather permitting).

***

Heroically, I have typed this little missive to keep you all up to date with my Newbie non-Progress whilst wincing as little stabbing pains go shooting up my arm.

I am thinking maybe Wine Gums as a reward for this. Or possibly a Bounty. Mind you, Snickers are pretty yummy......

 

[SatNavSaysStraightOn]

Polo's are the bravery award in this household... There is even a p fairy that leaves then on your bike randomly when you leave your bike to take a photo... @Mo1959 may end up explaining this one or possibly @Nigelnaturist if they remember because my smartphone battery is nearly flay and I'm away from home waiting d for a Christmas cake to cook...

Hope it does not hurt for too long

 

[Stonechat]

Just back from Doc's and I now have my wrist strapped with a Neoprene Thing.

He thinks I have stretched a tendon. I'm having trouble flexing my fingers.

Hurts more now the Neoprene Thing is on tbh.

I need to figure out how to change gear (right hand) with the Neoprene Thing on for my weekend rides (weather permitting).

***

Heroically, I have typed this little missive to keep you all up to date with my Newbie non-Progress whilst wincing as little stabbing pains go shooting up my arm.

I am thinking maybe Wine Gums as a reward for this. Or possibly a Bounty. Mind you, Snickers are pretty yummy......

My wife out a plateful of biscuits in front of me after I came in- fatal, Managed eventually to take the to the kitchen after I had made a dent in them
Chocolate rolls (cadburys) are a good reward

 

[morrisman]

End of month report:

1 century ridden
461 miles
14.77 average
13,614 feet climbed.

This year's target of 4000 miles passed 4099.36 (wasn't concentrating it would seem).

 

[Voinar]

First full month of clocked miles = 500 in total

Lowlight of the month = Bitten by a dog whilst out cycling on Wednesday

 

[Berk on a Bike]

My end of month report: Gosh, wasn't it mild for the time of year!



Okay, if you MUST know... 12 rides, 185 miles, 11,693 ft

Here's to a more active November

 

[Berk on a Bike]

I am thinking maybe Wine Gums as a reward for this. Or possibly a Bounty. Mind you, Snickers are pretty yummy......

Do the lot

 

[Nigelnaturist]

Here is mine for what its worth.



A bit miffed missing strava Oct challenge.
Pleased with this though.
Ride For Challenged Athletes

 

[SpokeyDokey]

My wife out a plateful of biscuits in front of me after I came in- fatal, Managed eventually to take the to the kitchen after I had made a dent in them
Chocolate rolls (cadburys) are a good reward

You sound as bad as me.

I ended up with a single layer pack of Terrys All Gold (Dark = favourite) for £1.50 @ Morrisons.

Luuuurvly......

Got some very nice Shiraz too, and the pair will go down nicely whilst watching intellectual high-spot of the week - 'Enders!

I will moan about eating the choc's whilst toiling away up some gritty/leafy mare of a hill tomorrow/Sunday.

 

[RWright]

I just got in but don't know if I will have time for a ride today. I want to do a short jog and be home when the trick-or-treaters start coming by. Getting the lawn mowed isn't going to happen, the little goblins and witches are going to have to stomp thru the green onions. Speaking of witches, looks like poor Maggie had a bad day , nice picture Mo.

I stopped at the store on the way home and got some candy. I hope I don't eat it all before the kids come by. The peanut butter cups are pretty good.

I just looked at my monthly totals and I rode a little over 300 miles in Oct. My speed is building back up slowly and I hope to add a little more distance this month. I also walked/jogged 18 miles this month. I hope to increase my distance and speed a little bit on that in Nov too. I hope everyone has a happy Halloween.

 

[iancity]

Proper newbie here lol. Just spent some time going through this thread and amazed at the distances/progress/dedication you lot have...well impressed :-)
I'm logging in to see if this will help with my motivation, cycling for the first time in way too many years, probably for the same reason as loads of people, to lose weight (and drop blood presure more specifically in my case) and with the help of the cycle to work scheme I have my main tool, but I do need motivation...I know I am a one to try something for 3-4 weeks then lose interest, so I hope by posting on here my progress it will keep me going..
Anyway, my work life balance seems to dictate that I can only do a (short by your standards but long by mine) 7 or 8 mile route before work, so last 3 days have been out, average about 12mph...looking to increase my workrate and avg speed eventually but at the minute just enjoying being out and the early morning sunrises over the sea :-)

 

[RWright]

Hi @iancity welcome to the forums.
I started cycling to lose weight and get my blood pressure down. It has been working for me. It was difficult at first but it got better. I just had to make myself take a little time every day and still do but it is worth it. Sometimes it can be tough but I find after I get out and get going I start feeling much better. Just stick with it. There are a lot of people here for help and encouragement.

 

[welsh dragon]

Proper newbie here lol. Just spent some time going through this thread and amazed at the distances/progress/dedication you lot have...well impressed :-)
I'm logging in to see if this will help with my motivation, cycling for the first time in way too many years, probably for the same reason as loads of people, to lose weight (and drop blood presure more specifically in my case) and with the help of the cycle to work scheme I have my main tool, but I do need motivation...I know I am a one to try something for 3-4 weeks then lose interest, so I hope by posting on here my progress it will keep me going..
Anyway, my work life balance seems to dictate that I can only do a (short by your standards but long by mine) 7 or 8 mile route before work, so last 3 days have been out, average about 12mph...looking to increase my workrate and avg speed eventually but at the minute just enjoying being out and the early morning sunrises over the sea :-)

Welcome aboard. It doesn't matter how short a ride you do.