I never ride 7 days per week because I do need at least one rest day. I try to ride whenever the weather permits, and since I'm a little whimpy, it usually adds up to about 4-5 rides per week. My short rides are about 13 miles, but at this point in the year, most rides are at least 20 miles long.

When I started riding a few years ago, 8 miles was far. As I got stronger, I added miles. It's been a very gradual progression for me.