What happens when you go from zero training… to 10 days of non-stop cycling?
In this video, I take on a bold challenge:
✅ 10 consecutive days
✅ 1 hour of cycling each day
✅ 0 training in the last 4 months
What started as a test quickly turned into a journey of mental grit, physical surprises, and unexpected breakthroughs. From rain-soaked rides to breaking personal records, this challenge reshaped the way I think about pain, resilience, and consistency.
Let’s just say, that title wasn’t random — there were times I genuinely asked myself,
“Why the hell did I start this cycling challenge?”
Here’s what you’ll find in the video:
✅ Day-by-day reflections from the saddle
✅ What nearly made me quit on Day 4—and why I didn’t
✅ How your body adapts faster than your mind thinks
✅ Lessons that go way beyond cycling
This isn’t just about cycling. It’s about momentum. Discipline. And what happens when you show up—even when everything in you says don’t.
📌 TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – From no training… to a 10-day challenge
00:18 – After 121 days off the bike
01:11 – The mental trick I used to fight the weather
02:07 – Rookie mistake 😬
04:01 – The pain that almost made me stop
05:02 – Breaking my personal weekly record
05:48 – Rain, regret, and mindset
06:57 – When it finally became easy
07:18 – Lessons learned
08:10 – Why this challenge changed more than just my fitness
08:43 – Your turn
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I dive deep into the bike challenge I’m training for: https://youtu.be/kmYWKchH5nc
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2 Comments
Curious about the full 1,500 km challenge for sick kids? Check out the route here 👉 https://werideforsmiles.org/route.html
And if you're doing a challenge too, drop it below — let’s cheer each other on 💪
Still new to YouTube and video creation — this is only my 4th video 😅
Please, feel free to let me know what you liked (or didn’t!) so I can get better 🙏
Cool, inspirational, thx for sharing this story!