What keeps someone spinning the pedals after 40,000 miles? Janet Anspach-Rickey shares her story of how life's second act turned into the ultimate cross-country adventure. We chat about how a pedal-assist e-bike, a plant-based lifestyle, and a whole lot of resilience made it possible to ride across the United States and tackle the country's perimeter twice.

It hasn't all been smooth pavement, though! Janet shares plenty of laughs, road mishaps, and deep insights on personal growth.

In this episode:

• How new tech (hooray for e-bikes!) and a healthy lifestyle can unlock lifelong movement.
• Navigating relationships while living out of panniers and recovering from injuries far from home.
• Embracing change, partnership, and always saying "yes" to whatever is around the next bend.

Whether you're an endurance junkie, curious about healthy living, or just looking for a little inspiration to kickstart your next chapter, Janet’s story is your reminder to keep pedaling and keep exploring.

Catch up with Janet on Instagram at @luv2cyclerickey and on YouTube at @plantpoweredpedaler.

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Theme Music by Les Konley | Produced by Les Konley

Happy riding and hosting!