Couple of other thing to maybe consider are mental attitude and handling pain.
My partner Kathy and I have the same situation. I started her off on cycling and within 3 months she was leaving me on the hills.
I made every excuse under the sun but when it came right down to it she is far more determined than me and will never ever ever give up on anything. For her its a matter of pride. Me I have none. I can give in very readily.
with her determed will to succeed she has quietly achieved some great accomplishments wheras I with all the physical and academic advantages have achieved little in comparison.
Incidentally Bokkie Kathy hails from your neck of the woods Hassocks in West Sussex
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