Can't say I agree with Curly. Cycling, my work (as differentiated from job), music/art, and my family are all things that keep me "balanced". Cycling as a component of my life is an extremely important and pleasurable thing for me that brings fitness. However, if I could no longer do it, I'd find something else that would fill the void. I'm also acutely aware that life can throw you some interesting curves and I might not always be able to cycle. However, since I can do it, no need to find something else just yet.

Glad you found something to help move your life in the direction you want it to go. That's big, real big.