Out of breath...

It's funny in way... when you get to train at least three times a week, you don't particularly appreciate being out of breath when doing something. At least I didn't used to. I just kept blaming myself for having a bad enough fitness level to even be able to get out of breath. Which of course is completely stupid, because no matter how well your fitness levels are, there is always some intensity of activity that can get you out of breath.

The last few months though, getting out of breath was not as easy. My legs couldn't walk fast enough to get my heart rate above 120. I still don't really have the flexibility in them to take steps that are fast and long enough to get me panting. But now..... I have my new bike!

Carefully chosen from the jungle of bikes that are out there. 1. It lets me sit with a completely straight back in stead of leaning forward (requirement for my back). 2. It has three gears, so I don't have to get all Hulky on the slight slopes we have here (also in regards to my back). 3. It came with an optional luggage carrier at the front (perfect for my training bag, once I start skating again, and looks cool!). 4. It comes with a highly flexible and springy leather saddle (both fashionable and a good shock absorber for my back). 5. It kinda looks like a specific type of Dutch bikes that I really like from home (the "grandma bike"). 6. It wasn't super duper expensive. 7. It looks super duper cool!

So today I went for a short test drive to the store and back and it was awesome! I almost shed a happiness tear. Why? Because while riding this bike I don't feel ANY of the limitations that I do feel in every other activity. My body feels like it is completely healthy, has full range of motion and has full strength! It's the best feeling of freedom ever. The only danger sits in that feeling making me forget that I do actually have these limitations by the time I have to step off the bike. I have to remember to stop and get off carefully. ;)

Now I'm gonna go out and have another go! See ya!