And I have officially found a new love.
I even got myself a new pair of shoes... as my vintage mountain bike ones are only for RIDE classes!
Yesterday IronMum and I went out for a spin... it was awesome.
To be frank, I was quite scared before we took off... what if I can't get my feet out to the cleats, what if I fall over, what if I can't stop and my feet get stuck... and I fall over!
I have never ever used cleats on the road, and it's quite a daunting propositon. For years when I was mountain biking {see above, vintage shoes} I was terrified of making the leap from slide in cages to cleats... but yesterday I DID IT...
I was pleasantly surprised to find.... it was easy peasy and I LOVED it so much.
That's not to say I won't have some difficulties in the coming weeks as my kms ramp up and my road time increases. Fingers crossed, I'll go okay!
I am looking forward to doing the Tour de Femme training (and race itself) with my FIT crew.
And while I can't run for now, I can certainly pedal my legs as hard as they'll go.
This summer I'll complete my first triathlon (baby ones), and I am so looking forward to that.
I just have to watch IronMum doesn't think I can keep up with her, and do her crazy rides out to Goulburn and back too soon... I have to keep my enthusiasm in check here! I am sure my body will do it for me in any case :)
This morning I did a water running session... and after a few weeks away from the pool, boy oh boy did my core feel it!
Today I am returning to Persona Training (PT) with the wonderful Fiona, who has put me through many a smashing session. She sent me an SMS last night telling me to carb load!!! Meanie. Wish me luck - or guts and determination! Watching this clip before I head out the door always helps!
Happy Days.
Bx
As someone said to me when I kept referring to my triathlon as a baby one or a little one - there is no such thing as a little triathlon... Unless you're watching one on a little TV. Can't wait to hear how you go!
Posted by: miss posy | Monday, 26 September 2011 at 12:45 PM