Last Training Ride

Today was my last training ride before I start counting each weekend ride towards my 220 pledged miles for the Hershey's Tour de Pink. A special thanks goes to Linda for coming over to watch the kids so James and I could go out together.

We headed out a little after 11AM to completed 50.96 miles. We did some local roads then headed out to Mt. Airy. I had a minor fall around mile 18 while still clipped in on my right foot. I totally blame James because he took a right and as I made the turn he looped around to head back the other way. I was able to get my left foot out but when I turned to ask him what he was doing I fell to the right. There was nothing stopping me. Good thing was I fell into grass and not directly onto the road.

A little ways up the road a guy named Walt hooked up with us for about 10 miles. It was nice to have someone new to chat with. The picture is from our stop at 24 miles to fuel up before hitting the road again. We hit some big hills but I was able to make it up all of them. We finished the 50.96 miles in 3 hours and 16 minutes.

I'm very excited about staring my 220 mile pledge next weekend. I want to thank every one for their support and donation.

Thank you!

Amanda

Ps - Here is the route we took today:

Beautiful Day = Long Ride

Hi all,

After a wash out yesterday, literally, due to heavy rains and winds in the morning and afternoon I got out for a great training ride today. I left the house a little before 9AM and headed towards Galesville. I took a detour down into the very small down to take a quick look at the water, then it was off to hit the hills. Owensville Rd and Sudley are nothing but rolling hills which is really help build my cardio and strength. I came out at Rt. 258 and then turned onto Rt 2. Before I got to 214 I turned onto S River Clubhouse to Rt. 468 (Muddy Creek Rd.). I was feeling really good so instead of going straight home I took a right on to Swamp Circle and took it all the way to Rt. 256. From there I decided I should head home.

It was a great ride. I saw lots of butterflies and even passed two sets of riders (usually I'm the one getting passed. The picture is from a quick stop I made on Swamp Circle to stretch out my lefts. Total I completed 45.21 miles in just under three hours. I hoping the weather will be good next weekend for 2 rides.

Thank you for checking in on my blog. Be sure to check back each week for updates.

Amanda

Ps- If you would like to see a map of the ride check out this link: MapMyRide.com | View 45.21 Ride in Shady Side, Maryland

Getting Started

Thank you for visiting my blog. I’m very excited about my upcoming bike ride challenge for the Hershey’s Tour de Pink! The reason I chose this particular event was 100% of all donations go to the Young Survival Coalition (YSC). The YSC is dedicated to the critical issues unique to young women, under the age of 40, and breast cancer. YSC works with survivors, caregivers and the medical, research, advocacy and legislative communities to increase the quality and length of life for women diagnosed with breast cancer. So to help bring awareness to young women like myself, I have pledged to raise a minimum of $500.00 for the YSC and ride 220 miles in the month of September. If you would like to help make a difference, please donate to this worthwhile cause. Please visit: http://www.active.com/donate/hersheystourdepinkVR/ABenson99 and make a tax deductible contribution online.

Currently I'm hard at work training to be able to complete two 25-40 mile bike rides each weekend in order to complete all 220 miles by September 27th. Check back over the next few weeks to read updates on my training rides! During the month of September I will blog about each of my rides and let you know how far I have gone.

Be sure to spread the word!
Amanda