I tried to be Mr. Athlete at one time. Did several 5k runs. Dabbled in bicycle racing and even managed a few biathlons.
The above photo is from this period. It appeared in the local paper around September 1990. It's one of my pathetic attempts to time trial -- 10 miles of balls-to-the-wall cycling. There's nothing like a 10 mile time trial to make you feel like s#$%. It's something only a masochist could love.
After nearly a ten year layoff I started riding again in July of 2004. It was slow going and low miles, but I was gradually becoming one with the bike again. Damn it felt good.
In February of 2005 I had to stop. Wife broke her leg. No time.
On May 27, 2006 I started again. Ten easy miles. I hope it lasts.
Image copyright© 1990 Times-News. Used without permission.