Im a guy, im 39 years old, and work/live in columbus ohio, pleasure to meet you.
It takes time to get fast, and lots and lots of miles and effort, gallons of sweat, and gut wrenching dedication to ride thru the bad times and weather, it isnt unique,anyone can do it, but it does take some effort and willpower.Stay with it, the speed will come.I got back on a bike for the first time at age 34 after 20yrs off the bike, I went from zero to about 200 miles a week instantly, and trust me, the first year was tough, especially the first 6 weeks, there were days I had a really hard time dealing with it.I stuck with it, and it changed my life, now Im car free, and healthy again, I shed 38lbs and feel stronger than ever.Its all a matter of just wanting it bad enough.