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AidsRide

One of the more impacting experiences that I have been through recently has been my preparations and participation in the 2002 Northeast AIDS Ride. The preparations allowed me to make a statement to friends, family and co-workers that I wanted to make a difference in the fight against AIDS. Preparations for the AIDS Ride did not only include securing sponsors and financial backing but also most importantly included preparing my body mentally and physically for the rigors of a 315 mile multi-day cycling tour.
The physical and mental preparations were very daunting and challenged me to the fullest. However, it allowed me to develop my physical strength and mental drive to reach my goal of raising money and completing this cycling tour. Eight months prior to the race I started cycling a couple of miles ...

Posted by: Veronica Gardner

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