Re: [RC] one giant step closer - Carol SuggsJen: Just take baby steps. You didn't say what has caused your fear, but whatever has caused it you might find that it will take you awhile to overcome it. Make sure that you are well hydrated and that you don't ride on a totally empty stomach as if you have some anxiety issues those symptoms might be increased. I aways drink water before I go out and always have a power bar or granola bar handy. Do lots of deep breathing and make sure you are as relaxed as possible...and remember, its ok to get off and walk. Keep us posted! Happy trails. Carol-Mariposa, CA ----- Original Message ----- From: <bsbat@xxxxxxxx> To: <ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Monday, September 12, 2005 5:20 PM Subject: [RC] one giant step closer Hi, my name is Jen and I am new to R/C--I have been reading but this is my first post and it is to everyone. I need to share that I have finally ridden ALONE on a trail ride this weekend. I literally rode for about 20 minutes, but I was alone and out of the arena!!!!!! I don't know where my fear has come from, but I long to do endurance after being a vet scribe two years ago. My fear has held me back, but no longer. This week I will trail ride with a friend and then ride alone again next weekend. I would appreciate everybody's input. Especially ways to deal with fear and overcoming it. I will be looking for a mentor next...I live in far, far northern california on the coast. thanks in advance, Jen Murrell =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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