[Lothar]

Jerry,

You beat me too it. I rode 75 miles this weekend and have been riding regularly for 12 years. Prior to that, I wasn't obese or anything, but I was not in good aerobic shape. Since getting back into cycling in earnest in 2000, I have ridden 100 miles on consecutive days at least 5 times and I just love the time on the bike.

The thing about cycling is to start riding without feeling pressure to match anyone's pace. There will always be someone that is stronger and faster. When you start, you just need to turn the pedals for as long as you can. The other great thing about cycling is that, if you really get into it, you will be forced to constantly think about hydration, nutrition and electrolytes. If you apply that to your time off the bike as well, you are on your way to a healthier lifestyle.