This was the first weekend since Memorial Day that neither me nor my hubby went boating on Lake George.

With the storm predicted for yesterday, it was out of the question.  But today we should have but didn’t.  The day turned out to be nice weather-wise.

After errands, house cleaning and laundry, I was restless.  I was very tempted to run but I know that after running 6 miles yesterday, it wouldn’t be smart.

So I turned to an old friend.  We haven’t seen each other since May 21.

first post injury ride back in March

During March, April and May – those months when I couldn’t walk or run, she saved me. She was there to comfort me and keep me active.

Ever since I started running, I haven’t given her a second glance.

Today, I decided to dust her off and take her to the Nisky bike path (where I took her on my first ride & coincidentally where I broke my ankle.)

together again

First I headed east.  Without a Garmin, I have no idea how far…maybe 3-4 miles.  I quickly realized that you use different muscles when you ride a bike than when you run.  My quads are very out of shape. I rode very slowly and enjoyed the peace and quiet of my surroundings.

helicopter circling the river

When I got back to where I started, I was tempted to quit but forced myself to ride a few miles west.

view of the Mohawk River looking west

My legs were tired when I was done but in a good way.  Biking is very relaxing and stress-free.  No pressure.  I’m not training. I’m not worried about pace or distance. I just ride.

I am glad I spent time with my old friend.  I hope to do it more often this fall.

Happy Running!  Do you do another sport besides running just for fun?