Keen to have one more training ride before heading off to the sun for our 5 day training camp, I set off for a hilly few miles. Cycling with Roland who thankfully was happy to take an easy pace, we set off up Harp, Ham and Castle Hills. It could never be considered an easy … Continue reading Wading Through Treacle
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Blogs about living with Parkinson’s
One of Those Days
Cold, wet, windy, hailstones, headache, hangover, tired, torturously slow....... On reflection I was wise to go out alone, I wouldn't have kept up with the Sunday morning group today. Today's effort is definitely not one to dwell on, so, I got to thinking...... So far this year, I have cycled 1060km, burning approximately 34,000 calories. … Continue reading One of Those Days
The Ups and Downs
The Ups Another training ride completed50km cycled894m of elevation climbedBeautiful sunshine for spellsFabulous stop at The Prison in Northleach for coffee and bacon baps Beautiful countrysideLovely villagesA new routeLittle traffic Lovely company Home just as the rain and hail started904 calories burnedOff to Lanzarote next week to cycle in the sunshine The Downs A slow … Continue reading The Ups and Downs
Going Global……
I was delighted to see that this blog has been read by people from around the world from each of the following countries. Please forward the link to your international friends and let’s see how many more countries we can add! Image Source: Amazon
A Windy Walk
A 7.5 mile walk from Stanton to Snowshill and back. Much of the walking across fields but some of it along some very familiar, well cycled roads. I'm not sure it will help my cycling but with strong winds, that wasn't an appealing option this weekend. Stunning views, spells of sunshine, super company and two … Continue reading A Windy Walk
Excuses, excuses……….
Excuses, excuses, or seriously adverse weather conditions? Some of our very regular cycle routes underwater this week....including Ashleworth where we used to live. The road to The Boat inn, Ashleworth Image Source: gloucestershirelive.co.uk The Boat Inn, Ashleworth Image Source; bbc.co.uk Image Source: gloocestershirelive.co.uk Image Source: gloucestershirelive.co.uk Sunnier Times at The Boat Inn The Yew Tree … Continue reading Excuses, excuses……….
Wild, Wet, Windy and Wintery
With a dislike for indoor training, despite the threat of rain and a moderate breeze, the great outdoors won my vote. The weather forecast wasn't great but it painted a more optimistic picture than was the reality! Heavy rain, strong winds, debris on the roads, flooded roads, fields, cars...... Emergency tree felling to avert an … Continue reading Wild, Wet, Windy and Wintery
A Good Idea?
In my last post, a little 'tongue in cheek' I began to wonder why I ever thought this challenge was a good idea. Having recovered from today's training (more about that later), there are many reasons why this challenge is a good idea: I'm supporting a fantastic charity The Cure Parkinson's Trust which funds research … Continue reading A Good Idea?
And then there was one
Before the weekend storms draw in, John A, Roland, Caroline, John W. and I set out on a cycle together today. 'Together' being a term applied in the loosest possible way! John W and I slogged our way to the top of Sudeley Hill, with gradients of up to 18% over 2.5km, then realised the … Continue reading And then there was one
The Original Cyclopaths
I have cycled 1,000s of miles together with these wonderful people. Thank you to the original and very fabulous Vietnam to Cambodia Cyclopaths 2017. Caroline, Chris, Claire, Jim, John, Julia, Marianne, Matt, Mick, Paul, Paula, Roland, Ruth, Sheena & Steve
Guest Blog
What cycling has taught me about Parkinson's Disease By Paul Jones Thanks very much to Alison, PD fundraiser and networker extraordinaire for letting me guest on her blog. Cycling has always meant freedom to me. As a child growing up in 1970s Hemel Hempstead, cycling set me free to explore the world beyond home and … Continue reading Guest Blog
Boxing
Another evidence based exercise with proven benefits for people with Parkinson's. https://videopress.com/v/MTa5dpGu?loop=true&posterUrl=https%3A%2F%2Ftheramblingsofacyclopathhome.files.wordpress.com%2F2019%2F08%2F14ea11ae-f6b3-4ee4-a394-f245660164e7_1_105_c.jpeg&preloadContent=metadata Great fun, great exercise, great people! Lessons from the former world boxing champion!
Exhausted!
I'm often exhausted after a ride..... And I'm often exhausted during a ride........ But reassuringly, I'm not the only one!
Pedalling with Parkinson’s
Parkinson's is a progressive, degenerative disease for which there is currently no cure. Symptoms will get worse over time and the rate of progression will vary significantly from person to person. Amongst many other symptoms, Parkinson's affects balance and coordination, it causes dizziness, muscle cramps, dystonia, rigidity, stiffness, pain, slow movement, tremor, problems with sleep, … Continue reading Pedalling with Parkinson’s
Sleepless Night!
Pleased with yesterday's cycle, I started to think about how long it might take to to cycle the first day of The Raid Alpine challenge........ Source: Marmot Tours My Latest Stats Distance: 55km Ascent: 1,100m Moving Time: 3 hours 30 mins moving @ average speed 15.4kmh Duration: 4 hours 30 mins Day 1 The Raid … Continue reading Sleepless Night!
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