I got my bike about 3 weeks ago. I have been riding it steadily, at least 3 times a week. I am able to keep my speed up in the 12-13 mph range for an average. I am just getting my legs underneath me, I know.........but I can't seem to move to the next phase! I can ride about 45 minutes at that pace and then I feel like I've had enough. I am in good shape, can walk 5+ miles at a brisk pace (and do so about 3 times a week).

I just need to find out how to increase the time in the saddle without feeling like I have run a marathon! Do you just do it? Just keep increasing the distance and slow down a little? I feel like the pace I am riding is doable........just need more time!

I have some hills to climb in my area, too. I try to maintain a consistant speed while climbing, I try to sprint every once in a while (can't do too many of those yet!) just to test myself. I can sprint at 21 mph right now.......that's the max for me!

HELP!!!!!!!!!! I thought I would move faster than this!!!!!!

Kim in TN