desmodus

Hi everyone,

I'm a 26 year old student trying something new! I began a weight loss journey several years ago and went from 375lbs to my current 232lbs. The problem is that last year in June I was 200lbs and steadily (but slowly) losing...and then I quit smoking. I decided that enough is enough, so I signed up for a cycling fundraiser in September from which all donations go to my local cancer center. It's a 25 mile road ride (not race). I'm excited but scared since the furthest I've ever ridden my bike was 12.5 miles last year on a mostly-flat greenway! I just started "training" 2 days ago, so my next stop is the training & nutrition forum to pick some cyclist brains!

Oh yeah, and I also have 8 screws in my hips so this should be an interesting experience for that reason too!

Looking forward to learning from you experienced cyclists!

-LF

ypsetihw

25 miles is totally doable, in fact it's done. Just think of it that way. it is less than 2 hours cycling, and for some it's about an hour, but I doubt you are that fast yet. I know you have screws, so taking it slow and steady will be the goal. I'm over 200lbs too, however I suspect my body composition is a bit different than yours. cycling can be harsh on big riders, because you get the impression that everyone is a weight weenie. but that's not the case. google "toast bread with bike" and tell me that guy is a lightweight lol. don't get discouraged. just ride, and ride longer. at this point I can put down 10 miles in just over 30 mins. shoot to ride longer say 2 hours, and the 25 mile ride will fly by. you can do it!!!

obed7

welcome to the forums... forget about speed and distance... just ride and keep it fun, the miles will add up and the speed will come.

Staypuft1652

Welcome!