Hi Joshua, Thanks for the invite to ride this weekend. Unfortunately, I'm in Washington for class (I'm finishing up my MBA). My husband has the kids while I' expanding my brain.
Sylvia Segres OneMBA Class of 2010 UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School Cell 252-292-9358 Home 252-206-1949 ________________________________ From: [email protected] [[email protected]] On Behalf Of Goocey M.K. Joshua [[email protected]] Sent: Friday, February 19, 2010 7:35 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [COWs] New Member introduction- Wilson Rides Hi Sylvia, Welcome to COWs. I only started riding seriously in November of 2009, and I started riding with the COWs sometime in December. I have never raced before. So, I'm the noob in the group. They are a great group with many different skill levels, and lots of fun to hang out with. I'm amazed at the quickness with which my body has responded to riding. I started out doing 10-15 mile rides, but when I hooked up with other riders, I soon found myself going farther and faster. I have mainly tried to put a lot of miles on the bike, just over 500 since Jan 1. Now I can do 50 to 60 mile rides. Personally, I like spinning, especially on recovery days. I find that I can more carefully control and monitor the stress I put on my body by using a heart rate monitor, and I don't have to worry about getting way out in the country and losing all my energy. Nothing beats the feel of rubber on the road, though! I have discovered that long solo rides do more for my mental and physical toughness than anything. I recently discovered a book that has given me some insights into training, The Cyclist's Training Bible by Joe Friel. It may be overkill for the casual cyclists, but if you have questions, the book has a least one set of answers. There are probably other answers out there, and I haven't yet tested out the techniques of the book, but the author seems to base his philosophy on sound science and years of experience. I'm enjoying the read and learning a lot about the sport. I hope to see you out there on the road soon. Some of us plan to ride 50 plus miles tomorrow, and then a shorter, slower recovery ride on Sunday. Probably about 20 miles or so. Maybe you and your husband can join us for the Sunday ride. Peace, Joshua Rev. Joshua M.K. Goocey Senior Minister First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 207 Tarboro St. N. Wilson, NC 27896 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> On Feb 19, 2010, at 4:15 PM, Segres, Sylvia wrote: Hi COWs, Thanks Don for linking me to Cynthia, and thanks Cynthia for adding me to the group. My husband and I are really excited about riding with other local cycling enthusiasts. We both love to ride but our schedule rarely allows us to ride together because we have two young boys. Don mentioned that you would be a great group to contact in Wilson for cycling. My plans are to complete my first 2-day 100 mile ride this June to the Sand Hills in the American Diabetes Association Tour de Cure. Would any of you be interested in joining me or helping me train. I've started a team with the ADA "Team Novo Nordisk". Yes this is a corporate team- but you don't have to be employed by Novo Nordisk to participate. Last year they provided breathable t-shirts and this year I'm trying to get them to provide Jerseys, shorts, and helmets. Currently I ride about 15-17mph 10-15 miles at a time. Right now I ride alone and don't want to get too far away from home base with out a team. What are your thoughts? Sylvia Segres OneMBA Class of 2010 UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School Cell 252-292-9358 Home 252-206-1949 ________________________________ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "CyclistsOfWilson-COWs" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cyclistsofwilson-cows?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "CyclistsOfWilson-COWs" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cyclistsofwilson-cows?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "CyclistsOfWilson-COWs" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cyclistsofwilson-cows?hl=en.
