Welcome to a girl and a bike
A space for women who are just getting started, who want to feel strong again, and who know wellness is about more than workouts. This blog blends friendly cycling with honest conversations about health, mindfulness, and showing up for yourself.
Here, you’ll find reflections from the ride, tips for building strength and confidence, and ways to reconnect with your body, creativity, and joy—on and off the bike. Whether you’re hopping on a bike for the first time or looking for fresh motivation, this is your invitation to ride rooted and rise strong. Thank you for being here—and for being part of this journey. This space is as much yours as it is mine. Here’s to riding rooted, living strong, and growing together.
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Feeling Stronger on Hills Starts Off the Bike
Lately, I started to feel like something was missing — I knew I needed to get stronger, especially for hill…
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New Year, New Ride? Nah — Let’s Enjoy the Process
January rolls in and suddenly everything feels like a checklist. Goals everywhere. Big declarations. New year, new you.
But cyclists tend to know better. It’s not always about chasing the next milestone — sometimes it’s simply about showing up, turning the pedals, and remembering why we love to ride in the first place. -
2025 Recap
2025 was unforgettable. I turned 50—and somehow, I’ve never felt more grounded, strong, or alive. I celebrated the milestone the…
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My Health Journey
My Skin Health Journey I’ve been on a lifelong health journey — from managing anxiety to navigating stubborn skin issues….
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12 Years, 100 Miles, and a Lot of Grit: My Journey on Two Wheels
I was 78 miles into my first 100-mile century ride, soaked from head to toe, shoes squishing with every pedal…
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100 Miles in Sight
This Saturday, I’ll be rolling into my next century ride — and this time, we actually get to enjoy the…
Girl and a bike
Hi, I’m Jessamyn Anderson—cyclist, creative, and wellness enthusiast. I started riding in 2013 and never looked back.
Girl and a Bike is more than a cycling blog—it’s a resource for women who are looking to live healthier, more intentional, and more connected lives. Here you’ll find cycling tips and adventures, wellness inspiration, travel, personal stories, and trusted resources designed to help you navigate life’s many seasons.
My hope is to build a community where women feel encouraged, empowered, and supported—on the bike and beyond. Because every journey is unique, and sometimes all it takes is one ride, one story, or one connection to change the direction of your life.
Miles, Memories & Adventures
Every ride has a story. Some are big adventures. Some are everyday miles. Some take me somewhere completely new, while others remind me how much beauty can be found close to home. This is a collection of moments from life on two wheels—the roads, trails, views, people, challenges, laughs, and unexpected stops along the way. Because it’s never really just about the miles. It’s about where the bike takes you, what you discover along the way, and who you become while you’re out there.
Thank you for being here
Girl and a Bike is more than a blog about cycling—it’s a space for gentle motivation, beginner-friendly biking tips, wellness inspiration, mindset shifts, and heart-centered reflections.
Whether you’re just getting started, finding your rhythm again, or entering a new season of life, you’re not riding alone. This is your space to feel grounded, strong, and supported—on and off the bike.