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July 2022
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Cycling in Norfolk Do you remember your first bicycle? Do you remember learning to ride a bike? We probably all have a story! For many, it brings back fond memories, maybe a few skinned knees, a sense of pride and accomplishment and newfound freedom and joy. These sentiments are often shared among cyclists of all ages! These past few years have brought about many unexpected changes in people’s lives – restrictions, health concerns, stress, jobs and cost of living to name a few. For those who enjoy the outdoors, cycling has been one of the activities that has provided stress relief and an unfettered means to exercise. Cycling has increased in popularity, and group cycling has resurged with newfound energy and enthusiasm. So, for the third article about Silver Spokes and cycling in Norfolk County, we would like to share with you some personal stories from some of our local cyclists:
Garry “The wind in your hair, the freedom one feels” may capture the spirit of cycling for some. However, to me, as a survivor of brain stem strokes, it has a more personal meaning. Previously healthy and active, in an instant, I was rendered immobile, I could not speak or swallow. Many weeks in hospital with uncertainty, tests, assessments, rehabilitation – the prospect of ever riding a bicycle again seemed so completely distant and unimaginable. The road to recovery took many months, each step a challenge, relearning and working on skills like balance, visual perception, and speech, that we learn as children and take so much for granted. Eventually, being able to climb back up on the saddle and pedal a bicycle was an incredible experience. Something so familiar yet so foreign; something once so automatic became a test and tool of rehabilitation, learning how to balance, to judge spatially, to turn to look to the side, to ride and talk, not to mention building up strength and stamina. So now I reflect on all that the bicycle and cycling mean to me… It’s the simplicity, the sheer efficiency of the machine, and how it fits the person. It’s the challenge of the search for the perfect pedal stroke, like the search for the perfect butter tart or in the perfection of a carved
ski turn and most importantly, the capturing of and, holding on to the joy and adventure felt as a kid learning to ride a bike for the first time. It is the sharing of stories while out on a group ride, everchanging as one rotates amongst the riders. One is more exposed, more vulnerable, but in a good way, naive in a way. The folks you meet on your journey are usually very interactive, “Where are you from?” “Where are you going?” “What kind of bike are you riding?” You are not closed in as in a car. You are more exposed to nature, birds, and the fragrance of a freshly mowed field of clover. The ride, nowadays, is especially important to me because of the support and encouragement from others who appreciate resilience during my healing journey.
Michelle For me, I guess it is fair to say that I rediscovered the joy of cycling when I quit smoking. I had no idea that it would change my life forever. The euphoric feeling of freedom that washes over me every time I pedal is like nothing else. Whether bunny-hopping a large log in a sun-dappled forest or flying down a road in a tight-knit peloton or enjoying the adventure of a back country gravel ride, there is no better way to spend time. I am living in the moment, that moment, appreciating life as I am moving. It is not about the destination; it is about the journey.
Cam I first spotted the Silver Spokes cycling club back in 2009. A large group of cyclists raced past me, heading north out of Delhi. And that’s when the curiosity set in. Who were they? How far were they going? Where were they from? I finally got to meet up with the local group at the Delhi Belgium Hall one night, where they answered my questions and we chatted about the possibility of me becoming part of their group. Before I knew it, I was doing my first 75km ride with Silver Spokes on Le Tour de Norfolk. And from then on, I was hooked. I knew this was the sport for me!
Although the majority of the group was four times my age at that time, I never once felt out of place. They were fun, welcoming and supportive of beginner (and younger) cyclists. I highly recommend Silver Spokes to anyone with an interest in cycling, regardless of what level you’re at. Truly, there’s no better way to improve your cycling abilities. You’ll be fully supported by like-minded cycling enthusiasts within the community, and most importantly, you’ll have fun!
Matt It all started with a little red bicycle with training wheels and mastering the technique of remaining upright without them. Hurtling down a hill, age 6, and landing upside down in a ditch - I am sure the bike must have had brakes! I was so proud of my little red bike. It was my vehicle, my perception of independence. Fast forward to 2022, many bicycles later, I still cherish my bicycle and look forward to every chance I get to go for a bike ride, enjoying the amazing countryside that we are so fortunate to have in this area. The stresses of the day seem to fade and by the end of the ride, new energy and resilience have emerged. Some years ago, I was pedalling along into a headwind when, what seemed like out of nowhere, a group of cyclists flew by me, cheerfully greeting me and encouraging me to join the group. I rose to the challenge (they slowed down considerably) and rode along with them for a few kilometres. That was my introduction to Silver Spokes. What a friendly, gracious and inspiring group. From then on, every week I would join in on their ride. With their patience and encouragement, I got faster, stronger, and better. A wonderful new group of friends and many fun group rides later, I still enjoy every bicycle ride.
Joanne What started out as an inquiry has turned into an addiction.
During my first few years, I learned something new in every ride from the ride leaders and seasoned riders. Recommendations for placement of pedal position on a rapid decline to tightening abdominals on an incline. I love learning how to be a better cyclist. I have always loved to ride a bike. Whether it was into town to meet a friend or over to Windham Centre to do laps on the outdoor Velodrome with my sisters. After settling down on the family farm to raise my family and after the kids moved away, I was finding more time to ride. I enjoyed it. A time to be alone and enjoy nature. Then a Silver Spokes member cycled by and stopped in one day to visit. He suggested I come out and ride with the club. I assured him that I loved cycling solo. Yet, after contemplating the idea, I joined the recreation ride on my trail bike. It was suggested that I invest in an inexpensive road bike. I loved my trail bike and the solid workout that I received trying to keep up with the senior club members. Eventually, I did make a change and learned how to better use the bike to make my ride easier. Changing gears and modifying equipment to work for me. A fellow member even suggested how to modify my cleats to keep my feet happy. The savings then began for a carbon bike. A gift to me. Something I deserved! My children started to question the number of bikes one needs?!!? Needs? Or just wants? One always needs a backup – right? I am thrilled to be part of this motivating group. I feel taken care of on each and every ride – even the rides that I occasionally lead. My goal is to ride 80 on my 80th as past member and role model, Godelieve, showed me was possible. See you in the saddle. So, to end this final article in the 3-part series that Silver Spokes Cycling Club has been privileged to share with all the Hub readers, we would like you to consider the simple enjoyment that your bicycle can offer. If you are interested in cycling and would like to learn more, please contact rmdavis@amtelecom.net.or visit www.silverspokescycling.com and visit our Facebook page Silver Spokes Cycling Club 1939.
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RETURN TO 6 DAY RACING “You keep going around and around until you figure a way out,” John, at the race. “People think I’m crazy. But for me, it’s how I ward off crazy,” Shamus, at the race. For the first time in three years, I was able to go back to my favourite race, the 6 Day in New Jersey. I was looking forward to the experience, meeting up with people I hadn’t seen and getting to test my mettle in a long ultra again. Although feeling somewhat rusty and undertrained, nevertheless I assumed that all would be fine. I figured that Canadian M75 records for 48 hours, 72 hours and 6 days could be attained. In the weeks prior to leaving for the States, we had been enduring a cold, wet spring, and I had been jokingly predicting that the first hot day would be the first day of the race. The event would begin at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 9 and continue until 9 a.m. on the following Sunday. You run, walk, eat and rest as you choose during this time period, circumnavigating a one mile, mostly asphalt loop at the State Fairgrounds. There is an aid station and washroom facility near the start/finish line. Well, it was very warm and extremely windy, with no clouds in the sky, throughout Day 1. I wore a hat, long-sleeved shirt and long pants the entire day as there had been no opportunity for me to get any tan prior to arrival and I have to avoid sunburn due to several bouts of skin cancer. Although I was a bit hot, it went well. I chatted occasionally but generally jogged and walked by myself, keeping my focus on the task at hand. Except for a dinner break and a change of socks/ shoes, I stayed on the course until about 1 a.m. My total for Day 1 was 59 miles, about what I had hoped to do. I felt fine, had eaten and drunk repeatedly, utilizing the aid station for many
snacks, as well as drinking copious amounts of my electrolyte drink, which I carried in handheld bottles. I fell asleep quickly and got some rest for about three hours. The weather on Day 2 was the same. It seemed quite hot, with temperatures in the upper 70s, still very windy and, once again, there was not a cloud in the sky on the completely unshaded course. I continued to keep all my skin covered, even wearing gardening gloves with cut-off fingers to try to protect my hands from excessive swelling, one of the side effects I get at this race when I am out in the hot sun, day after day. In spite of the gloves, my hands were ballooning up, and I also began to get hot spots on my feet. My fabulous crew, Sandy, tended to me, draining a few blisters, having me soak my feet in Epsom salt water and then bandaging the appropriate spots so that my feet did not bother me while I was out walking. Yes, by the second afternoon, I was only walking. Unfortunately, I had begun to develop what is known as the “dreaded lean”. I was tilting more and more to the right, and forward as well. This ailment is somewhat common in multi-day events, especially among older men, a group in which I now have a full membership. There are several theories as to the cause for the lean, but none have been proven. At any rate, the result was that my entire right side, from the hips up to the shoulder, became painful. As well, both shoulder areas had become progressively sorer, I think as a result of carrying a water bottle for so long. I decided to take a prolonged break and so changed clothes and sat outside in a comfortable chair. Sandy had made a terrific chicken with vegetables dinner. The time away from doing laps, just resting and having fun with some of the other competitors as they went by, felt great. The sun went down during this period too. When I ventured back out, I left my drink on our table and began a routine of stopping to have a little drink every mile. Sometimes I would brush my teeth or have a swig of Kombucha to get rid of the persistent fuzzy dryness in my mouth. As well, I would periodically have some yoghurt or fruit. In addition, I continued to consume sandwiches, noodles, or soup at the aid station. By now, I was simply grinding out each mile between nutrition breaks. Walking as best I could, I stayed out again until after 1 a.m. My total for
Day 2 was 48 miles, and I calmly accepted the fact that I would not reach my pre-race goals. I knew that once you get the lean, you almost always have it until the race is over. Rest helps a bit, but in my case, the pain always returned after a couple of laps. That’s just the way it was. I got up before 5 a.m. and headed out for Day 3, another hot one with cloudless skies, but finally no big wind. Partway through the day, a friend, who had arrived to do the 3 Day, came to say hi. Immediately, he saw my red balloon hands and said he had something for me. He is a nutritionist and gave me some magnesium pills, telling me to take one twice a day. By Day 5, the swelling was almost gone and I now have some important new knowledge.
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The rest of the days went pretty much the same, although the sky finally became cloudy and once we even had a few night-time hours of rain. I was glad to be able to wear shorts and tshirts for the last three days. The lean continued, with the pain radiating into different areas across my back. I slow-walked and got into some nice conversations. There was one highlight. In the middle of the night of Day 5, I completed my 1500th lifetime mile at the race. For reaching this milestone, you receive a brick with your name and the distance engraved. The custom is that you have to carry the brick for that mile. Sandy, and my friend Steve, who had done the 48 Hour, walked it with me. I tried to use the brick to balance myself side to side, but no luck!
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Our bodies are nothing short of a miracle! We can, at our own risk, ignore the signs and symptoms we are given. A consistent series of choices that overburden and insult our bodies have become the real global epidemic of chronic dis-ease. If we truly want to feel our best, we likely need to adjust our choices. The severity of a health problem will dictate the degree to which we need to make these adjustments. Life will always be an attempt to balance but the more moderate we are in “insulting” our bodies the more our bodies can thrive with homeostasis/balance. This leaves us with optimal levels of energy, resources, and the ability to restore and have the vitality and quality of life we desire.
Serious adversity requires educating and empowering yourself, working with the appropriate professionals and taking deliberate action on your new knowledge base. In my home office and at Dover Apothecary, we are passionate about supporting our clients and community with the resources, products and education they require to be the best versions of themselves.
The reality is that life gets both busy and messy! There are many things we enjoy that may not serve us as the best of choices. Instead of feeling guilty or binging, I find most people can comfortably use an 80/20 balance for their “Fuel/Nutrition” choices without having too many negative consequences. **This is dependent on age, current and overall health status and of course, all the other lifestyle factors considered. In a Nutritional Consultation, this interplay of the “Basic” and fundamental health strategies is part of the plan or program that is agreed upon for an individual. With age and cumulative health challenges, the basics become much more important. We want our fuel choices to convert to usable energy for enjoying life not to be wasted upon repair efforts. Chances are that the average person over 35 years of age, will be incurring cellular damage leading to chronic health problems with a nutrition status balance of 70/30. That means your choices are causing more energy expenditure going toward If we are trying to repair, protect or repair than usable energy and good health. That begs the question “What do you want for the recover from ANYTHING, it becomes future you?” What are your hopes, dreams, goals, and aspirations or ambitions? imperative that we increase our Metabolically, we have over 50 hormones influencing and orchestrating every physiological health-supportive habits – especially process that occurs!! Imbalance in any of these, in turn, will ultimately decide our functional as we age. We also need to “step it up” potential. Learning about and coaching my Metabolic Balance clients has been an amazing if we have genetic predispositions or opportunity in my career. I love the achievements and successes they celebrate with their hard need to recover from accidents or work and dedication. mishaps. Pain, inflammation, chronic dis-ease and ailments of all types, joint and mobility issues, Since the May long weekend, I have anxiety, depression, cardiovascular disease, weight management issues, blood sugar and been in the process of assisting my metabolic imbalances, Type 2 diabetes, digestive and bowel health complaints and conditions, body and brain in recovering from a dementias - all of these conditions and more, are either positively or negatively influenced to nasty fall and concussion (#8). This one a greater or lesser extent by our “FUELISHNESS” and our lifestyle habits. rattled my cage pretty good and has been a real wake-up call! I knew I was Good health is not a birthright. Life is a gift, a challenge, and a responsibility. I encourage you improving when my husband joked to cherish yours. Would you like guidance or assistance? We are never too old or too young to that my theme song should be make positive changes for our health and well-being! I’m here for you if you feel “knocked “Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba. down” and want to get up again! LOL. My plan and process for optimal FYI to everyone - NEVER pull your lawnmower while walking backwards down a hill… recovery are that I need to make mindfulness and performing activities safely are just as important as sound nutrition if we health-supportive and nutritional want to age gracefully and safely.
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