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Carol at a Glance

Name:
Carol Zemola Garsee

Age:
77

Hometown:
Chicago

Q
What do you love about cross-country biking?
A

Going the distance, seeing new scenery and cultures, and meeting new people along the way.

Q
Favorite work-out food?
A

Peanut butter and jelly.

Q
How do you recover after long rides?
A

I like to eat a good meal and stretch. I always apply Arnicare to help ease any muscle pain and stiffness.

Q
Who inspires you the most?
A

My friend Erma. She has inspired me the most during my adult life. We’ve run marathons and biked through Italy together. She’s never stopped believing in and encouraging me.

Q
Future plans?
A
I’ve learned of plans for another long-distance ride through the Chesapeake in the fall. I would love to go. Life is full of dreams. This trip is a dream, and now I have a new dream of going on the next ride.
About Carol
Carol Garsee

Carol Zemola Garsee is inspiring others to embrace a healthier lifestyle as she bikes cross-country in the adventure of a lifetime. First inspired by her mother who was an avid cyclist, this 77-year-old continues to ride. What started as a necessity to get around Chicago, her love of biking blossomed into long-distance riding. This is Carol’s second cross-country trip. She has also ridden through several states, Italy, and Canada.