My New Year's Resolution Sees Me in a Bicycle Saddle

posted on 1 January 2011 | posted in Recreation and Hobbies


So it's January the 1st 2011, and I have a very serious New Year's resolution - to cycle from John O'Groats to Lands End at some point in this year - or let's just say, to do the entire journey before this year is out. I'm currently overweight and totally out of shape. If I'm going to achieve this, I'm going to have to start from today and first of all, lose some weight while increasing my aerobic capacity through cycling. My dad bought me some long sleeve cycle jerseys so I already have some of the clothing I'll need.

I realise I may not achieve this goal, but I'll certainly give it my best shot. I have enough money saved up, and don't need to work - so that's not going to be an excuse (money). I just need to plan the year ahead carefully and set a "go" date and then go for it.