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AIDSLifecycle

AIDSLifeCycle - A bike ride of a lifetime

Yesterday, I spoke of walking a new path and seeing what it brings ….And …so I did.

On Sunday, July 03, 2005:
Instead of rising at 5:30am ..I stood from my bed at 9:00am.
Instead of having coffee for breakfast ….I shared waffles and potatoes with Shiv
Instead of going on a Sunday morning bike ride …I planted tomatoes on the roof top.
Instead of rushing to get things done (although I had nothing to do) ….I rested on the couch and wondered “where do I go from here?”

It is not uncommon for cyclist to suffer post-event depression after finishing the AIDSLifecycle Event. This is due in part to achieving a goal which took much time and energy to reach. Now that the goal has been accomplished, cyclist oftentimes feel a void in their lives. Cycling authorities suggest considering the following strategies to deal with reduced motivation and/or burnout:

1. Cycle simply for fun, not worrying about following a training schedule;
2. Supplement your cycling by participating in cross-training activities like Iyengar Yoga;
3. Take a break altogether from cycling;
4. Spend more time with family and friends and enjoy some social activities or non-athletic hobbies …. . .. .
5. Setting new goals


AIDSLifecycle Cyclist, tony eason

So now, with no ride to do … I will begin a new journey.

Within the next weeks, I plan to visit various AIDS organizations which are funded (or receive funds) from the San Francisco AIDS Foundation.. And, as I meet people, I will listen and record their stories, views, challenges, and accomplishments . . .in the hopes that more individuals will understand that life is not all “peaches and cream.”

Today, almost 22 million men, women and children worldwide have died of AIDS, and an estimated 40 million people are living with HIV. AIDS impacts people of all ethnicities, genders and sexual orientations.

I’ll keep you posted.

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