We did it! 40 km for Breakfast

We love to cycle for lots of reasons. We are gearing up for The Great Cycle Challenge in August. We always work to increase both the km’s we ride and the amount of money we raise for this worthy cause. Today was a milestone. We have cycled fairly long distances but, today, we topped 40 km. We had a stop for breakfast and we did A LOT of uphill. Our ultimate goal is 50 km in one day and we are excited to keep trying to reach this goal. It does NOT matter how you move but, once you reach 40 (and WAY before that), you need to make movement a part of your life, EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. I used to think that it was enough to chase my kids or walk around at work but, I have since understood that it has to be a commitment as a separate part of your week. It doesn’t have to be long (especially if you are chasing kids or you have an active job) but, an exercise program has to be part of your week. I choose 5 days a week because I am retired and so, I am not pulled in a million directions all the time. I combine pilates with cycling and weight lifting, golf and walking. Please, don’t neglect this part of your life. You want your 60’s, 70;s and 80’s to be glorious – travel and movement and fun!