Exercize can be invigorating rather than exhausting. Touring can be that kind of exercize. How are you going to get good exercize with the sort of machine you are envisioning?

You mention being out of shape. What is your response to being out of shape? What is your solution or approach? What are you going to do to change it?

Have you considered the benefits to your health and vigor, heightened energy levels, performance range, enjoyment range, longevity, and ability to enjoy touring and other activities in life, as well as ability to give and contribute?