New to this world...

Hi,

A friend of mine, Matt, turned me on to this website. I've been dabbling with fitness on and off for... well, way too many years now. Anyway, things kind of lined up for me... wanting to get fitter, wanting to get healthier, getting Matt's pointer and liking this log and community. So.... here I am.

I am 47 yo and most interested in losing 10 lbs and dropping my blood pressure. Along the way, I want to have fun, feel stronger and see my times go down.

I love biking. I usually ride between 13 and 17 miles and average between 12 and 15 mph on my Jamis Coda -- a hybrid.

I tolerate running but have not done it in years. i found the 5K training program on this website and I'm weaving it in with my riding.

I don't really like swimming because of my general ineptitude, but I like the idea of getting better at it.

Right now... I am thinking I could use a training program for biking and swimming. So if you know of any or have any good pointers for me... I'm all ears.

Last but not least, I am open to any and all suggestions on starting this insanity which oddly enough intrigues me. And I live in Narberth, PA for anyone living nearby that is interested in riding.

Thanks in advance for any help.

-Mario

Edited by mariodc 2004-06-29 1:56 PM