I think my commute to work would be more enjoyable if I were faster. Any tips on how to get faster?
This is my first year riding, and I already did my first 50 mile ride earlier in the season. I have been commuting to work once a week (8 hilly miles) and usually do a 20 - 30 mile ride with a group once a week. I like riding with a group since it gives me something to think about other than pedaling and going up the next hill. However, my commute to work can sometimes get tedious, even though it is much shorter. I think I should get a heart rate monitor so that I can push myself without doing too much (which I tend to do) and also a computer so I can see how fast I am going and check my cadence. Any tips on exercises or other?
Thanks!

