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The argument for not doing weights in your second paragraph is actually an argument for doing it, ironically. All the weight training should do is help you increase the power output of the same fibres you're using to cycle. forget lifting for 1-20 repetitions. You'd be performing sets of 5-10 minutes or longer with the same weight and zero rest between repetitions. It would look nothing like traditional weight training, and more like endurance training.

Varying distances cycled, using more power output on shorter cycles as a faster pace to condition the body to increase power output would work, it's used in running where runners do a short fast run, two medium fastish runs, and a long slow run. In theory the race is run at the pace of the shorter fast run for a longer duration. This is a really poor explanation of it though, but you get the gist

Core work would help with power transfer, and also to help stabilise the spine/ injury prevention.
 
maddison said:
The argument for not doing weights in your second paragraph is actually an argument for doing it, ironically. All the weight training should do is help you increase the power output of the same fibres you're using to cycle. forget lifting for 1-20 repetitions. You'd be performing sets of 5-10 minutes or longer with the same weight and zero rest between repetitions. It would look nothing like traditional weight training, and more like endurance training.

Varying distances cycled, using more power output on shorter cycles as a faster pace to condition the body to increase power output would work, it's used in running where runners do a short fast run, two medium fastish runs, and a long slow run. In theory the race is run at the pace of the shorter fast run for a longer duration. This is a really poor explanation of it though, but you get the gist

Core work would help with power transfer, and also to help stabilise the spine/ injury prevention.
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Interesting. Hadn't thought of doing 5-10 minutes of a single exercise in the gym before. That must involve using a pretty low weight, so what would be the benefit of doing that over say riding at a low cadence, so with a higher force on each stroke?
 
Bruce Wayne said:
Interesting. Hadn't thought of doing 5-10 minutes of a single exercise in the gym before. That must involve using a pretty low weight, so what would be the benefit of doing that over say riding at a low cadence, so with a higher force on each stroke?
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You're just trying to coax your slow twitch fibres to work at the same endurance level, but with more force. If the duration isn't long enough, you're hitting the wrong fibres.

You also need to do your weight training on a different day to your riding.
 

Yes, from what I've read thus far on cycle training, any weight/force work has been limited to the winter. You might do lots of lower intensity base work on the bike to build an aerobic base, and sprinkle in some work to build strength/force. The theory is that the strength work will make it tough to do anything but lower intensity stuff anyway, so it's as good a time as any to fit it in.

At the moment I'm doing the kind of bike work that's only really recommended 2/3 times a week, so rest days are pretty much spent resting (the legs at least).

Might enter a few hill climb events later in the summer. Those typically require 1-2 minutes of balls out effort up a steep hill, so a different kind of physical requirement again. Just for fun like.
 
Didnt want to go to gym today.

By forced myself (with a bit of help and egging on by a mate) I went and it was probably my best go yet.

****ing kills now though.
 
ijjysmith said:
Didnt want to go to gym today.

By forced myself (with a bit of help and egging on by a mate) I went and it was probably my best go yet.

****ing kills now though.
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Always the best sessions mate, I am wrestling tonight, I am lying on my bed looking at the grey sky and really can't be bothered. But I will go and probably feel great after.
 
I've been back doing bricklaying this summer with my old boss and it's absolutely destroyed me. I haven't had to get up at 6am for about two years and it's made me so unmotivated for the gym, I haven't been in over a week.

I shall go tonight though.
 

Baines' left foot said:
I've been back doing bricklaying this summer with my old boss and it's absolutely destroyed me. I haven't had to get up at 6am for about two years and it's made me so unmotivated for the gym, I haven't been in over a week.

I shall go tonight though.
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Whats destroyed you mate the brick laying or being back with your old boss?
 
Maxwell said:
Current gear: my legs
Achievements: building up aerobic fitness during rugby off-season, basically...getting myself outdoors
Budget: beteen £700-£900
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Should be able to get a good bike for that, especially if you use the cycle to work scheme.

The bike I use for commuting now cost me about £600. It's the one below, and is pretty well regarded as an entry level bike. Comes in at £650 so you'd have a bit to spend on other bits and bobs.

http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/road/product/review-giant-scr-15-08-30025

On top of that I'd recommend getting some cleated shoes (ie the ones you clip into the pedals), some mud guards, a cheapo computer and a decent helmet.

For the shoes, I use mountain bike shoes on my commuter as you can walk about in them. You can't really do that in dedicated road shoes.

You can also pick up some good value (ie cheap) shorts in Lidl. Should get you started, and you can spend a bit more if you decide you like it.

As it's summer you might be able to make do without the mudguards for a few months, but they're handy to have as it helps if you want to ride to work or something. You don't want a wet arse/back pack.

It might be worth having a look for your local club as well. Most will do social type rides on the weekend and most are only to happy to have newbies come along. They can be a decent way to meet folks and find out some local routes.

I don't tend to go out with the club much these days, but to start with they're alright.

Wouldn't worry about getting anything more advanced than that until you decide you like it. As with most sports, the kit you can buy is endless if you have the will and the wallet to do so. Those things should get you started though.
 

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