CYCLING 1150KM IN 7 DAYS - PART 1

To raise money for Rethink Mental Illness, I'm cycling 1150km in 7 days whilst working full time because in the UK according to the office of national statistics 150 people a week die due to suicide. This week was tiring, just two more big rides to go over the weekend! The next video will be my 300km Saturday ride.
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[@equiliser]

This video is officially better than Big Brother...bring it on Amy ...your vids are Fab.

[@Tarmaccyclocross]

BB tv for the brain dead

[@MP-th4nx]

Well done Amy. My wife suffers from severe mental health issues for the past 14 years. It is a horrendous illness for those experiencing it. Something to remember is the toll it takes on the carer as well (usually husband, wife or partner). They are often forgotten as all the focus goes towards the patient. Enjoy your challenge, you are a remarkable woman. All the best (From Australia)

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Yes 100% agree with this, it effects everyone around the person as well, important not to forget about siblings, carers and friends too. Thank you!

[@ellisgribble5729]

I work in mental health and cycling is my main escape! It’s the only time I can truly switch off. Fair play for doing this!! Keep on keeping on!!!

[@rodneybannister9014]

You are one special young lady. Been watching your videos for a while now and you never cease to amaze me with your spirit and outlook on life. You and your lovely family really are amazing. Keep on smiling and keep up the good work ❤️

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@dkelly7159]

22:34 We need a T shirt with that slogan on! 😂

[@BelindaHatch]

Wish there more folk like you, keep going Amy

[@Jon0sterman]

What a trooper, weathers been mental this last week or so here in the UK so even more impressive, well done Amy 🙂

[@carlpentney290]

I've been there with mental health issues and still do from time to time. Please donate to this important cause. Amy, you go from strength to strength. Can't wait for part 2.

[@farrar5197]

You’re Dad is great, good advice from him & Kyle

[@farrar5197]

Early morning rides a great when sun is rising. I also got caught out riding to work in summer kit on a freezing morning the other day.

[@LD-bv1pm]

I've been watching some of your more recent videos but this one popped up. Your happiness and enthusiasm is contagious. This was for an amazing cause, close to my heart. You are so right, depression does not equal unhappiness. They are two completely separate things.

[@nickmallett7391]

Good on ya Amy. I totally understand the narrative that cycling is keeping you alive. I have been and Ultra-triathlete and cycle tourist for over 30 years and without those goals and experiences I would not be here. I have no family or friends to share my life with but strangers on the road give back so much and make it all worthwhile. One day, when I decide my time is done, I will be like an elephant and head off into the wild never to return and never to be found, but today is not that day.

[@captkev737]

You’re the best, you help so many people struggling with their mental health, you’re an inspiration. I’ve just had a week in the Lake District, hired a gravel bike for the week, what fun, did rides I’d never have considered, I was riding down a hill & did one of your Yippees, didn’t care there were people at the side of the road, I was happy 😊

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Aww it makes me smile to read this!! Enjoy yourself and don't worry what people think, sounds like a great week!

[@captkev737]

@@amy.cycling.adventures Hi Amy, thanks for taking the time to reply, I had so much fun last week, also hired eMTB to try riding around Grizedale Forrest, something I've never done before, really enjoyed it, with my daughter also called Amy

[@kevinbennett437]

Amy......... You absolute warrior!! Not gonna lie....the bit where you aimed the camera down to show your dress and your cycling shoes actually made me laugh out loud. 😆😆🤦‍♂️ Seriously inspired by your dedication to this challenge and this video has helped me more than you'll know. Although not anywhere near as arduous as your challenge, I am currently halfway through a challenge to raise money for the Motor Neurone Disease Association, by running 100km in October. It's a cause that has become closer to my heart than I ever would have wanted, as my friend of 47 years has just been diagnosed with MND. Feel kinda hopeless to be honest, as there is absolutely nothing I can do to help him. Your video has made me focus on getting my challenge done, rather than on the little aches and pains that are creeping in. Thanks for the massive inspiration.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thanks so much!! Haha it was rather embarrassing 😂 Best of luck with your challenge that’s great! Running isn’t easy!! So sorry to hear about your friend. It’s great that you’re doing something positive out of it, Thanks for watching!

[@michaelwalker4242]

Amy, your videos are brilliant. I've been watching for several months and the progress in your cycling and your day-to-day dealing with situations is raw and honest. Seeing Kyle a bit more often is great too - his expression when he received the cupcake in this video and his little impromptu mental health tip comments were great. Your little "milone" and "ding dang diddlio" type quirks are unique and real. Just wanted to drop a note of appreciation ❤

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Ah thank you so much 🫶 glad you like the videos and yes Kyle is a keeper 🫶😂 thanks again for watching!!

[@willmcallister8464]

Great that you have got people talking about this subject which may have been a taboo topic some years ago. Love the connection with exercise & mental health management & I have worked in a gym previously where sessions were catered for those suffering with mental health issues including PTSD. Well done you Amy for being a champion of the cause & getting people talking on this subject especially men.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

thank you! Wow that sounds like a great gym to be part of!

[@geraintjones6401]

The most positive and uplifting thing I've seen for a long time. You should be very proud of yourself. Well done (and thank you).

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you so much for watching 🫶 and for a lovely comment x

[@RobertGeez]

Best of luck to you. Yippee.

[@Kiara.step-daughter]

thank you for riding for mental health. i struggled with it for years and its not easy at times. huge love and hugs to you Amy! 🤍

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you for watching and back at you 🥰

[@Kiara.step-daughter]

@@amy.cycling.adventures you’re welcome!! ☺️🥰

[@Neilhuny]

Dear God - that weather! Horrible But you are magnificent and a ray of sunshine all by yourself. Thank you for everything you do!

[@Garybaxter1]

Well Done Amy! you are such a inspiration you are a lot stronger than you think! Kyle is a great support for you. Ride safe the both of you and good luck! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you so much!

[@ploonock]

Just watched your video Amy....it made me cry😢 you're amazing, don't forget about you 🌹🚴

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Aww thank you!

[@buzzman4860]

Nice job Amy and Kudos to Kyle for keeping the ship upright.👍👍👍

[@steppings5645]

Awesome effort Amy, and Kyle for keeping the ship steady, those tablecloths don't iron themselves! :-)

[@fucktheworld1207]

A born life lover, and Kyle is keeping the ship on course 👌🏻 while Amy clocks up the miles..... yes " MILES ARE KING" 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 your dad is a true one off English character 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@gulfcoastliving3186]

Amy, you are such a great advocate for those facing mental health challenges. If you had not shared your personal challenges most people would never know what you have gone through in life. You are definitely not the face of someone with depression or low self-esteem. However, you are the true face of mental health. You are helping people realize that mental health challenges are not always easy to see. This is incredibly important. As friends and family we need to dig a bit to find our people that need some assistance or are in danger. So often people are shocked by someone’s suicide because they “seemed” so happy. “We were supposed to meet for……….in a couple days.” A lot of people have this dark side that no one else can see and they don’t know how, or feel comfortable enough, to let it out so they can regain their mental wellness and rejoin their happiness. I haven’t faced the challenges you have but I still feel the mental wellness gained on the bike. It really is so huge. Bringing together your love of cycling and desire to help those with mental health challenges can be so beneficial for so many. Thank you for your efforts to raise money this week. It was not an easy week but should have been so fulfilling knowing how much of an impact you have on others. Great video as always. I ride hundreds of maloneys a month but always find inspiration in your videos and IG posts. Keep up the great work and “Don’t stop believing!”

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you so much for such a great comment 🫶🏼yes so important to talk about mental health. Enjoy your milones!!

[@sdmike1141]

Great effort, cause, and family!! Inspiring as all get out…”bloomin eck!” Thanks!!

[@stevejezzard3233]

You and your Dad what a team ! Cheered me up no end. Special effort Amy you should feel very proud!

[@JohnCooper-jl5nt]

New subscriber here and love your videos. Cycling has helped me enormously especially when my wife had breast cancer treatment along with the friends I made from Velo Moira. Getting help is the hardest part but once you have your starting to get better. Keep the videos coming love them.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you so much, welcome to the channel! Sorry to hear what you've been through, totally agree with you, getting help is the first step to things getting better 🫶🏼

[@mikebrett5458]

Fantastic Amy, strong to talk about your struggles and inspirational, which is the main thing. I work in palliative care and your positivity is helpful 👍🙂

[@lisacummings8169]

Ah, your videos really make me smile! Huge well done to you for this mega challenge and raising lots of money and awareness for such a worthy cause! You’re fab!! 😊

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you so much

[@opus5204]

Commendations for your commitment to helping people with their mental health. It's not all about the life you live, sometimes it's about the lives you touch. If you are still in this world it's an indication that you have more to do and people who need you.

[@CaptBongo]

Miss Amy, Thank you for your support for Mental Health. That number here in the U.S. is 22 Veterans a day and that's just veterans. Awesome video and thanks for posting. Please keep up the good work.

[@rpierrelouis86]

Absolutely phenomenal effort Amy and for such a great cause well done you!!

[@Noddingdog63]

I'm with you on being open and honest with mental health. The one illness that over 1 in 4 of us suffer with but difficult to talk about. You are a bloody trooper and we are all proud of you!

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you so much 🫶🏼

[@junebugcomputer]

This video made me want to get out there and cycle today. Every time I’m in the saddle, it helps with my mental health.

[@markw3553]

Great effort getting out in that weather Amy, well done! 💪🏼 🚴

[@talkback269]

Just brilliant….Such an endearing personality and raising awareness for a good cause….chapeau Amy.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you! ☺️

[@jonathansapier7574]

Well done Amy. 25 minutes of smiles whilst you did the miles! And, you’re spot on with the Aldi 100% peanut butter! Keep smiling! Keep happy! You’re a star!

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you! ☺️ yes that peanut butter is soooo good!

[@Saxtoo]

My best pal took his own life. My Great Gran did. And my sister tried, and we managed to save her. Always speak to someone and never keep it to yourself. As you freeze in the rain, Amy, I shall be on my exercise bike but in the warm... just a lot fewer miles and I get to watch the TV👍 Keep on with the high viz 🟨

[@moobaz8675]

Cracking effort and a great cause. It’s amazing the difference exercise can make to your mental health. Like you, cycling has been a massive help for me. I view my bike as my therapist.

[@gerarddriscoll5599]

Excellent stuff Amy, you're a champ. That could be a new look a dress and cycling shoes,classic. Keep up the good work 🚴🚴🚴

[@Capital194]

Wonderful cause Amy! You also have a lovely supportive family.

[@MaxZappa1]

Oh my goodness Amy, the miles or should I say milones you are putting in are incredible. Did my very first 100km ride yesterday and it has definitely killed me. I thought it was a Gran Fondle, but have since found out a Gran Fondle is 120km. Good work for MH.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you! Ahhh that’s great congrats on your first 100km that’s great hope you enjoyed it!

[@bee_whisper]

i suffer from mental health issues and im in the process of counselling myself . its important to talk about this sort of stuff and be there for each other . I have mad respsect for you aswell amy your context motivates me to do better on the bike and in general

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Glad to hear you're getting help, yes 100% so important to talk. Enjoy your rides ☺️

[@hazelchristie5993]

Wow - you are amazing. Thanks for sharing your insights on mental health - I completely get where you're coming from. Agree that it's a lonely place to be. I'm going to take inspiration from you and commit to a one hour ride this week.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you ☺️ ahh great! Enjoy your hour ride and be proud of yourself for it!

[@billwelsh7489]

Beautiful~ loved it. C ongratulations on your fundraising effort, Amy. You have a wonderful family to support your effort. Love and faith and time heals. Never give up. Life is precious.

[@andy_xtr3861]

Great effort amy, im glad your better now, and yes the bike is a great escape. 😀

[@iain7061]

Well done Amy, those wet rides couldn't have been been easy to get out and ride in .

[@stevecuthbertson4381]

Well done Amy, keep up the good work! Can't believe you doing this AND still working! I rode 2700km from Romania to the UK for a dog rescue a couple of weeks ago, but it took me 18 days of annual leave to do it! You are most definitely a star *

[@stevenbird1431]

Awesome video!! Keep up the great work👍

[@somewhereuk1957]

Great family you have there Amy..... your Dads a diamond...

[@chrisroseboro1891]

The world needs a lot more people like you.

[@garethjones3806]

Amazing video and challenge. We need more of your papa by the way. What a legend. Well done on the challenge. I rode on more than one ride last week and it was weird weather wasn’t it. Warm and wet Friday. Cold and sunny Saturday. Donated 🫶

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thanks so much for donating 🤍 haha yes my Dad is a character!

[@Tarmaccyclocross]

You’re an angel Amy. I worked at the local hospital over Covid and my mental health suffered badly my doctor suggested I get back out on the bike again and I’ve never looked back since. Thanks so much for what you’re doing 🚴🏽‍♀️🎉🎉👍( I always take a packet of polo’s out with me because there’s two donkeys on my route they love them 🫏🫏

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

I'm so glad to hear that cycling helped you too! Ohhh cute I love donkeys so much!! :D keep smiling and enjoy your rides

[@malcontent_1]

This whole undertaking is inspiring. You're a badass Amy. And thanks for all your thoughts & insights (in between the weather updates ⛅).

[@chapman7804]

Amy Your The Best ❤❤

[@MarlonJosephdelaCruz]

It's getting cold now. Gotta get those layers layering!

[@PumpkinVillage]

Your one tough cookie. Love your attitude. Keep it up. Take care, Al

[@sicro1000]

Love your videos and really admire your grit in both managing your mental health and pushing through all those rides / early mornings / rain to stick to your plan, well done, inspiring stuff. Next time though pack some shoes 😂

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you! Haha yes I’ll remember the shoes next time 😂😂

[@wayneellis96]

Great video amy, really inspiring, keep the videos coming 👍

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you 🫶

[@neilfox9540]

Brilliant video as always Amy. What a lovely family you have (including Kyle and all the furry friends!) It must have been tough getting out there in all weathers but you keep finding the motivation to go out there and get it done! 👏

[@318ishonk]

Very impressive stuff and for a good cause indeed. Also reminds me to put a stronger battery into my LED harness this year. Will need it soon when riding can only be done in the dark (on week days).

[@mikeprytherch8875]

Way to go thank you for doing this challenge

[@josephlyne8290]

“You only get one of every day”. Real talk!

[@ThisIsModus]

Keep it up Amy! Did Kyle cycle before you or take it up at the same time? Its greta that you both share the same passion and can do something you both love together. You've inspired me, I've gone from an armchair watcher of all cycling sport to fully kitted out and early morning rides on the road. Love the content!

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

He started a bit after me ☺️ ahh great! Glad to hear it, enjoy your rides!

[@333wheeler]

Nearly got the Four Seasons included in one video . Just lacking a flurry of Snow. Well done on keeping the motivation high getting up early while its hammering down outside .

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you!! Yes winter is coming!

[@stephenlamb4704]

Love this Amy. I have a medical condition which unfortunately side effects which includes depression, fortunately I have a tablet which counters my depression, so that's fine.

[@leightongirling6088]

very inspiring, great to watch ....well done.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you! ☺️

[@jefftewson8798]

Very very impressive . Keep those codloins spinning Amy !

[@ChrisW444]

Really loved that. Thank you for posting. Hope you enjoyed the curry and looking forward to new videos..

[@simonhanson5280]

Truly inspirational. Love these videos.

[@grahamthornalley565]

Well, done Amy! That’s a big week in the saddle. What is that black jacket with the hood you’re wearing? I’m on the lookout for a jacket to use when it just r@in’s all day.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

It's a rapha gortex jacket, navy blue one, I bought it last year, paid quite a bit of it, but it was worth it as best waterproof I've got!

[@JohnRichardson-v2l]

Just been watching Ride with Roy KZbin channel doing his first audax in Nottinghamshire.....when amy Hudson rode by saying hello to all the cyclists she was passing....'Ull' east Yorkshire.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Yes that was a fab ride!

[@andrewjohnson9896]

Another wonderfully inspirational video.

[@stuartmclean3843]

Well done Amy 🤙

[@leonvelo]

The dress and cleats combo....hilarious!!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

😂😂

[@eashtalks]

Your Dad is hilarious....just pleasant to watch

[@davidmailander8165]

Did you get a new action camera? Your vids are sharp

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Same camera, maybe it's just the good lighting!

[@clp91009]

Absolutely love your enthusiasm. I’m into cycling but with a busy family and job I can’t get out as much as I’d like. How do you fight fatigue? That’s one of my biggest issues, I get fatigued after back to back days in the saddle.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you!! Ahh I imagine it’s really hard to find the time when you have a family too, I make sure to have rest days and take it easier when I’m feeling tired. I’m not sure really maybe I’ve built it up over time, fuelling properly defo plays a big part for me!

[@clp91009]

@@amy.cycling.adventures thanks for the advice, happy cycling

[@philipplummer5202]

Good luck as it gets colder brrrr, watch out for ice be careful

[@alexanderlawson1649]

I've been a borderline case most of my life. At the peak of my cycling, I was doing around 250 miles a week, the feeling was like I could do anything, go anywhere, ride all day, forever. That was 25 years ago, I still love cycling, its crucial to me and my life, people who have never been fit on the bike can never understand. You need to ease off a bit, I think you are going a bit too far. Cycling is a liberation but at times, the effort and time needed to get to the desired level, is incompatible with everyday life.

[@robertappleby9490]

Really well done 👍😺💞☔

[@chrisjoyce5539]

Well done keep on cycling 👍

[@ChrisyC567]

Your Amazing Amy... Put a Zwift setup on your Xmas list.. 👍🏻

[@bb-r5710]

Excellent cause ❤❤

[@davidmailander8165]

Excellent vid

[@nodbag6301]

What a special person you are

so impressed 💪🚴🚴🚴

[@mrewers2316]

Amazing as always Amy. Such dedication to a good cause. What jacket do you wear in the rain? Does it keep the rain out? Mine always let's the water through...

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you! I have a rapha gortex jacket, the first proper cycling jacket I bought last year for LEJOG, it was expensive but worth it as yes it's very good!

[@mrewers2316]

@@amy.cycling.adventures Thank you. I'll have to start saving...

[@milesemery9103]

All the best…

[@joffbrown]

Sorry I’m a week behind in watching my videos, but we’ll done for what your doing or done, I’ll be sharing this video with my stepson who struggles a lot, I’m think you should get a smart trainer for the rainy days

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you! ☺️ sorry to hear about your stepson, hope thing improve, haha yes smart trainer needed!

[@stevecompton7197]

Yippee you are a inspiration

[@joeblack7469]

Hi Amy, can you ask Kyle what the name of the jacket he’s wearing @19:44 is please??

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

It’s a Rapha gortex jacket he wears it all the time 😂

& hello to your Dad, his Dawes Galaxy? looks just like mine, bought 1985, now retired in my basement :)

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Yes that's right it's a Galaxy ☺️

[@edwin_slager]

Respect 😮

[@weegiewheeler]

as person says below, better than tv. right giggle you wearing you cleats with dress at work conference. keeping it real ! lol

[@chrisoconnellUK]

Donated. Amy what lights do you use?

[@gianpaolocunha]

Follwing, I want know too? 🙂

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you so much! I use exposure (i'm sponsored by them) they're really great for lighting up the whole road and battery power.

[@tgroberts]

Peanut butter super fan here, Lidl Maribel peanut butter 1 kg tub is the best

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Ohhh not tried that one!

[@freedomaipros]

Thank you