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A Progressive Program

I’ve been taking the train into Philadelphia to meet up with members of the Bicycle Club of Philadelphia for group rides.  It’s not easy (or sensible) for me to do lengthy solo rides out in what amounts to the country, where I live, and the club gives me the opportunity to take those longer rides in company.

Basil and I have to hop the train very early to arrive in time for the newest series of rides.  No problem!  I love trains, and watching the early morning light is a great way to start the day.

These latest rides are a progressive series, starting with a 25 mile ride, and then adding ten miles to the length of each every week during January.  The idea is to gain stamina and speed.

I’m not sure that I care much about speed. It’s all about the journey, for me, not the getting there, and I like taking in the scenery more than I care about zipping around.  But stamina — I like that.  I want to be fit enough to take 40 miles in stride without blinking.