Accumulator
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Scottwax said:... want to get 100k miles total before I am 65. That gives me 15 years to ride 85,000 miles.
Good to have long-range goals

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Scottwax said:... want to get 100k miles total before I am 65. That gives me 15 years to ride 85,000 miles.
David Fermani said:Just got back from a fattening up vacation and I'm starting a new way of life. Today is my 1st day forward. Wish me luck.
David Fermani said:Just got back from a fattening up vacation and I'm starting a new way of life. Today is my 1st day forward. Wish me luck.
RaskyR1 said:Heart monitor is next on the list.![]()
Accumulator said:What kind are you looking at? I utterly *despise* the chest-strap types, but my strapless ones have been less than reliable when I'm really exerting myself.
I was able to get just enough readings to figure out the diff between "really working" and "working at my max" (and also get a feel for "OK, I've recovered enough, time to do another hard interval") so I no longer really need one, but it still bugs me that I can't (reliably) get readings when I want to.
It'll be interesting to see what your readings are. IME most people *think* they're really working long before they get their HR up all that high. And I consider that "200 minus your age" to be a pretty inaccurate estimation of max (but of course everybody's different).
:eyebrows: That can be a really good thing, I remember this one girl’s prom dress that …... uh, never mind.Accumulator said:… strapless ones have been less than reliable when I'm really exerting myself….
I was talking to a pro cyclist once upon a time about that. He used adhesive pads, the kind hospitals use for patient monitors, to stick his heart rate sensor to his chest. He bought them by the bag load from a medical supply.Accumulator said:… I utterly *despise* the chest-strap types….
It’ll come naturally. As you get to putting in more miles you’ll find yourself wanting to ride in a lower position. You won’t have to force it.RaskyR1 said:…. I like the more upright riding position but I want to be able go much faster eventually!![]()
adam.fisher456 said:Calories are the main factor for increasing our weight; I am daily rides 4-5 miles bicycle on daily basis for reducing weight. If we are daily walk or rides bicycle and another exercise then we are able to loss our weight and i think diet is not better for weight loss.
Accumulator said:Glad to hear that!
What's the plan? Diet...exercise...
the other pc said:It’ll come naturally. As you get to putting in more miles you’ll find yourself wanting to ride in a lower position. You won’t have to force it.
Besides the aerodynamic advantage for speed and distance, it’s actually more comfortable for longer stints in the saddle. An upright position transmits more shock up your spine and having almost all your weight on your butt gets sore and tiring quickly.
Next time you're in town, bring a bike. There's great riding around here.
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David Fermani said:Doing the Low Carb thing initially (I've had luck in the past and it's easy), then going to to a alternative type program following. I love biking/tennis and we have a full gym in our community that I'll be taking advantage of. As long as I stay away from the fast food temptation, I should be fine.
the other pc said::eyebrows: That can be a really good thing...
Why is that “strapless” heart rate monitors all have wrist straps?
I was talking to a pro cyclist once upon a time about that. He used adhesive pads, the kind hospitals use for patient monitors, to stick his heart rate sensor to his chest. He bought them by the bag load from a medical supply.
David Fermani said:Doing the Low Carb thing initially (I've had luck in the past and it's easy), then going to to a alternative type program following. I love biking/tennis and we have a full gym in our community that I'll be taking advantage of. As long as I stay away from the fast food temptation, I should be fine.
RaskyR1 said:Good to know! My tail bone has been sore for weeks now from all the cycling. I wasn't sure if I should look at a new seat, padded shorts, or different bike. I'm sure I'll upgrade my bike next spring and a road bike is probably the way I'll go.
I did notice a LOT of bikers in the mornings when I was driving to work.![]()
Scottwax said:A lot of that can be the fit of your bike. My last frame was a touch too big which stretched me out. My lower back would be a bit sore, along with my triceps and elbows. Now that I have a slightly smaller frame, all that is completely gone.
A firm seat and good cycling shorts is much better than a soft seat.