February 4th is World Cancer Day - what better time to get to know someone who is fighting cancer? Michelle Sirio was diagnosed with ovarian cancer when she was 36, and endured 22 cycles of chemotherapy. Now, Michelle is celebrating ten years cancer free. She is also just about to do her tenth Ride to Conquer Cancer! I spoke to Michelle about her amazing … [Read more...]
The Ride to Conquer Cancer – An Interview with Cancer Survivor Michelle Sirio
All over the world, people are fighting back against cancer. Some are fighting back on their bikes! Michelle Sirio was diagnosed with ovarian cancer when she was 36. After 22 cycles of chemotherapy, Michelle is now celebrating nine years cancer free. Since she was diagnosed, Michelle has been determined to raise funds to conquer cancer in our lifetime. She started in … [Read more...]
How Al Got Fit and Completed His First Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer
Here's another Guest Post from our friend Al, the guy who recently quit smoking, took up cycling and got fit - and has now done his first big event ride, the 240 km (150 miles) Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer! Related: How to Get Bike Fit: Complete Bike Training Plan "I have just completed the 2012 Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer, a two-day (240 km) cycling journey from … [Read more...]
How Al Quit Smoking, Started Cycling and Got in Shape for the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer
This is a guest post from our friend, Allan. Allan is the living, cycling proof that anyone can become a cyclist. He’s gone from out-of-shape-smoker to super-fit-event-cyclist, thanks to sheer guts and cycling. Now he’s a cycle commuter, and has entered the Ride to Conquer Cancer. Related: How to Get Bike Fit: Complete Bike Training Plan Al's Story: Why I Started … [Read more...]
