Brazilian Student's 100km Bike Challenge Goes Viral

Santos Student Cycles 100km in 18 Hours to Beat Friend on Fitness App A 26-year-old psychology student from Santos, Brazil, Wendy Borges, recently completed an extraordinary feat: cycling 100 kilometers in just 18 hours. Her motivation? A friendly competition on the fitness app GymRats, where she was trailing her friend Vitor. "I combined the useful with the pleasant," Wendy explained to g1. "I cycled 100km, beat my friend Vitor, and made my deliveries—three things at once!" This wasn't just a fitness challenge; Wendy uses her bicycle to deliver orders from her online thrift store across Brazil, prioritizing sustainability and personal connection with customers. The challenge also involved earning a '100km in one day' badge on the Strava app. Her journey wasn't without its difficulties. She faced a sudden downpour during the ride, and she used a simple, ungeared bicycle. "What surprised people most was that I cycled on a very ordinary bicycle that didn't accelerate," she said. The experience was transformative for Wendy. "It made me feel I can believe in myself to achieve my goals," she reflected. Her story, shared on social media, quickly went viral, inspiring many. Wendy's incredible journey demonstrates the power of personal determination and the positive impact of combining fitness with everyday life.