Just wanted to send up a reminder that it isn't too late to register for the Friends of the Park L.A.T.E. Ride on July 9th/10th. The party starts at 11:00am and continues through a 25 mile ride of Chicago until 5:00am.
As my sister and I stood in line to pick up our riding packets, we participated in the instant raffle they were having. Normally, I don't win anything, anything at all. Lo and behold, I won a $50 Gift Card to Signature Room and 2 tickets for the Chicago Architecture tour. That is totally awesome and we are going to have a "girls night out" after the ride.
In addition, we met so many people in line that had ridden before and they gave us pointers, talked about how much fun they had in previous rides, as well as, how they will keep coming back and again and again. Lest, you agree with our husbands and think we are "OCD" about riding, we assure you we are not. We are just 47 year old women that want to maintain our health while doing something fun. Let's face it, everyone doesn't like exercise, and oftentimes feel it is a chore, there is no time to get it in and life happens. I have to tell you there is nothing like the sun beaming down on your face, along with a nice breeze with the ability to pedal that let's you know you are alive and can exercise and have fun.
Only this morning, my husband, sister and I biked a route that included three steep hills. The first time we biked that route, we were exhausted. They went home and took a nap, I had to come to work, like now. But today, I feel exhilarated and took no prisoners on the hil, while pedaling myy butt off.
So, again, if you hate the exercise you are doing, I implore you to give bike riding a try. It is easy, fun, calorie-torching and a great way to enjoy the great scenery of the world. Also, next blog, I will be talking about Class Reunions and getting in shape for that....I may have to bike 25 miles a day until then....
Wish us luck on Sunday, and I hope to see you there.....
Peace and Love,
Sandals,
Real Life, Real Talk and Real Women
Thursday, July 7, 2011
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