Novice cyclist gears up for cross-country ‘Journey of Hope’ - Weymouth, MA - Weymouth News
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Sunday, March 29, 2009
February/March Recap
Hello! Is anyone still reading? I wouldn't blame you if you had lost interest in this epic cycling drama since I haven't updated in almost two months...however, I have much to tell you, so relax, close your eyes (figuratively) and listen.
Since we last chatted I have been busy as a student teacher at a local high school where I taught band, chorus and music theory. It is an extremely active program and as much as I will miss it and the students who comprise it, I will be glad to catch up on some much needed sleep, and maybe even rekindle my social life! I begin working at an elementary school tomorrow morning with another wonderful mentor, and even though the days are shorter and there are no after school commitments, I think I underestimate the amount of energy required to work with young children all day!
As far as training goes not only have I secured a bike to ride, had it completely overhauled, it is actually almost warm enough in Massachusetts to consider riding it! I am still active at the gym spinning and lifting weights 4 - 5 days a week as well as cross training with swimming and the occasional run (although I really dislike running...).
I'm slowly but surely closing the gap on my fundraising goals as well! The total as of today is $4,329.86! Thank you to so many friends and family members who have donated, as well as members of the community who read about my trek in the local paper. Now I'm working to get my cycling gear donated as well. Ideally my only out of pocket expense will be my flight to the west coast.
I should find out Wednesday which route I'll be cycling, so stay tuned for a post then!
All the best,
Mike
Since we last chatted I have been busy as a student teacher at a local high school where I taught band, chorus and music theory. It is an extremely active program and as much as I will miss it and the students who comprise it, I will be glad to catch up on some much needed sleep, and maybe even rekindle my social life! I begin working at an elementary school tomorrow morning with another wonderful mentor, and even though the days are shorter and there are no after school commitments, I think I underestimate the amount of energy required to work with young children all day!
As far as training goes not only have I secured a bike to ride, had it completely overhauled, it is actually almost warm enough in Massachusetts to consider riding it! I am still active at the gym spinning and lifting weights 4 - 5 days a week as well as cross training with swimming and the occasional run (although I really dislike running...).
I'm slowly but surely closing the gap on my fundraising goals as well! The total as of today is $4,329.86! Thank you to so many friends and family members who have donated, as well as members of the community who read about my trek in the local paper. Now I'm working to get my cycling gear donated as well. Ideally my only out of pocket expense will be my flight to the west coast.
I should find out Wednesday which route I'll be cycling, so stay tuned for a post then!
All the best,
Mike
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