Today's Workout Thread

[whoever]

Ran my first 15k yesterday, and nailed my goal 1:29:40, I was aiming for 1:30, feels good.

This morning, 2.5k warm up, 25 min lazy circuit training, 2.5k cool down.

Just for being lazy do the circuit twice.

[neehooya]

Did I mention this bike is a complete kick in the ass to ride? I'm on a bit of a fixed gear, minimalist kick of late. If The Codger is any indication, these are fantastic bikes for basic fitness riding. No technical or mechanical assistance all leg muscles and one hell of a cardio workout (especially on inclines). I should have The Codger's much fatter cousin, The Wart Hog, next weekend. Then it will be time to go to the woods and get muddy The Codger is certainly off road capable but The Wart Hog (with its 4" wide tires) will be my primary adverse terrain bike.

My theory is that if I train for a while on these fixed gear battleships, once I get back on the hybrid, I'll be a complete beast. That is, if my 38 inch thighs will fit on the hybrid. Kinda like learning straights with a shavette then moving to regular straights.

Congrats - great for you!
I love SS, back to the roots and having nice challenging workout at the same time.
It puts into perspective every ride you do vs. your regular mtb or roaddie. You feel the track and every elevation change.
Enjoy and keep the rubber side down.
Cheers.

[Thug]

So many that drive fail to realize that cyclists are allows to use the same lanes they do.

The biggest argument that motorists have against this, is that cyclists don't pay licence fees! Which we all know is a cop-out and just hides the fact that motorists are largely impatient towards cyclists.

Both commuter & pleasure cyclists are regularly knocked over and killed in SA.

[whoever]

Also, the initial intent behind the interstate was cyclists not motorists.
Pose don't run into people, mindless automobile operates do.
You can't make the car ab y safer if the operator is still an idiot.

The biggest argument that motorists have against this, is that cyclists don't pay licence fees! Which we all know is a cop-out and just hides the fact that motorists are largely impatient towards cyclists.

Both commuter & pleasure cyclists are regularly knocked over and killed in SA.

[nzFuzzy]

Been a while since I stopped by.
Got a bit slack with regular exercise but am now back on track - hiking in the hills with plenty of stair work. 12km yesterday.

Saw this the other day and thought it was worth sharing.
Strength & agility with a twist. A different way of using body weight for exercise...

[Thisisclog]

The accident was not without its costs. Riding in traffic really freaks me out pretty badly now. I tend to ride places with a bike trail separated from traffic or in the future will do off road rides in state forests, long stretches of beach, etc. Fortunately there is a lot of this kind of riding available close by.

Lots of traffic here and lots of people hitting cyclists. Florida was second only to California in cyclists hit by cars every year. I prefer not to press my luck. The next time that happens, I may not be so lucky to emerge with just a broken leg. Besides, riding the way I have since the accident makes it a bit easier just to relax and enjoy the ride (as opposed to head on a swivel, working your ass off not to get dead.)

I certainley understand your apprehension, I was involved in a head-on a few years ago, and felt the same way about driving, a couple times I had panick attacks driving down the highway. It will mellow down over time, but don't bottle it up inside, talk to someone about it and it will help.

[whoever]

Soooo. We all know were you sneek off to and what you have been up to :-)

Been a while since I stopped by.
Got a bit slack with regular exercise but am now back on track - hiking in the hills with plenty of stair work. 12km yesterday.

Saw this the other day and thought it was worth sharing.
Strength & agility with a twist. A different way of using body weight for exercise...

[carlmaloschneider]

Did I mention this bike is a complete kick in the ass to ride? I'm on a bit of a fixed gear, minimalist kick of late. If The Codger is any indication, these are fantastic bikes for basic fitness riding. No technical or mechanical assistance all leg muscles and one hell of a cardio workout (especially on inclines). I should have The Codger's much fatter cousin, The Wart Hog, next weekend. Then it will be time to go to the woods and get muddy The Codger is certainly off road capable but The Wart Hog (with its 4" wide tires) will be my primary adverse terrain bike.

My theory is that if I train for a while on these fixed gear battleships, once I get back on the hybrid, I'll be a complete beast. That is, if my 38 inch thighs will fit on the hybrid. Kinda like learning straights with a shavette then moving to regular straights.

Cool looking bike. I also have a single speed and agree with the fitness aspect. I love hitting a hill and REALLY needing to push down on the pedals to move at all, I liken it to a squat workout as opposed to a run when going up hill :-)

[MickR]

I've been off the bike the last couple of days thanks to my youngest daughter who decided my leg was a good place to perch. Unfortunately I had my feet up at the time and my knee was hyper-extended a little in the process. Barely able to walk for more than a few minutes before things start to stiffen up. Looks like a few more days of R&R before I'm back into it.


Mick

[Firefighter2]

I've been off the bike the last couple of days thanks to my youngest daughter who decided my leg was a good place to perch. Unfortunately I had my feet up at the time and my knee was hyper-extended a little in the process. Barely able to walk for more than a few minutes before things start to stiffen up. Looks like a few more days of R&R before I'm back into it.


Mick

Them hyperextended joints are a real nightmare, takes time to heal. Hopefully you're back on the bike soon.