Quote Originally Posted by Jiffer
I decided to ask hubs his opinion this morning. For now I feel 20 should be my "long ride" that I may do once or twice a week. In between, he suggested doing 10 to 15 and to just go with how I'm feeling. If I'm feeling strong, do the whole 20 or make myself do some hill work or sprint more, etc. If not, kick back and take it easier. The last time I was "training" for something, was for a half marathon, and he says training for cycling is easier. Your body doesn't need as much recovery.
I agree with 'hubs'. 20 miles is a good place to begin... and increase slow and steady as I describe in above post.
However, I do not agree that with cycling you need less recovery. Every time you do a tough ride, your make little tears in your muscle and it is vital you give your body time to respond and heal with the "new adjustments".

Quote Originally Posted by Jiffer
We did a 30 minute tandem ride today, by the way. It was my recovery ride, though I'm happy to say I'm not all THAT sore from yesterday.
This is awesome. My partner and I have often talked about getting a tandem. I'd love to do that sometimes.

~Raven~