Runnings ma thing (was), cycling comes 2nd place but I keep getting plagued with calf injuries. Olde age me thinks.....
I used to get lower back probs until I was told by a physio that I needed to stretch my legs and adjust my driving position. I run a little just not distance used to run 3 times a week just little 11milers late at night.
Weekend ride of 30m mixed with a couple of short runs (4m-7m) if possible but shifts sort of screw up regular training of activity. But think I'm also a lightweight in terms of training.
Chris, If your pushing out nearly 100 miles a week your not a lightweight by any means. Lower back pain could well be just a small bike fit problem. If your serious about using cycling for fitness it may well be worth getting a bike fit done. You’d be amazed what a proper Retul (or equivalent) bike fit can do.
Today's meagre effort (with a loose cassette - opps, not an excuse mind) Distance: 29.21 mi Time: 1:53:06 Avg Speed: 15.5 mph Elev Gain: 916 ft Drinky would only be getting warmed up at this stage....
wow, still seriously good average speed, well for me anyway. I notice that if I am on good quality tarmac for whole uninterrupted journey, my average slowly rises but best is still only around 14 mph over 2 hours on a good day.
I think I'll keep quite about average speeds,mind you riding up ploughed fields does slow you down a bit . I'll just enjoy the ride and scenery .
Just a heads up for this guy in NI, I’ve bought numerous things from him all of which has lasted well and isn’t outrageously priced. Prompt delivery. https://galibier.cc/
Maybe as Drinky suggested a Strava club, not sure how that works, I had a Strava account ages ago not sure if you can do a group of folk. Ideas @Drinky
There are all sorts of variables to cycling speeds bud. Terrain, Tyre pressures, width, riding position, gearing, heart rates, nutrition ,sleep patterns a few more too ask Lance. It isn’t just a straightforward man on a bike proposition. End of the day enjoyment should be your main concern everything after is a bonus in my book. Keep it up you’ll reap the benefits even if you just spin your legs a little. It’s all good.
