Is weightloss possible from riding alone?

[DebTX]

I've wondered if, when it is difficult for some women to drop weight is it because they've just started an activity after many years of inactivity as opposed to years of having exercise or some form of athletic activity during every season as a lifestyle..

I think you're on to something. I definitely think those of us who've led sedentary lives have a very different metabolism than folks who've always been active.

Same thing with training - I think my body is far slower to adapt, than say my husband, who's been athletic all his life. We both learned to ride at the same time, but he's now a relative speed demon while I still gasp for air at the top of hills.

[malkin]

I saw this thread days ago, but now when I see the title I keep reading it as:

Is weightlessness possible...?

Is it my vision that's deteriorating or my mind?

[Miranda]

JayJay hasn't been on the board since 9/14/08. It may be a while before you get an answer from her.

Veronica

snork...

V... I thought that too as I was very intensely reading this thread and about to reply earlier. I think this lady (OP) got her answer basically and isn't coming back atm. HOWEVER... the continuance of conversation on the topic in general is quite interesting.

Oh, btw... my short answer is: "NO".

You can't just keep eating the frig clean, or MORE cuz you're working calories off riding, and lose weight. It's a package deal.

Now, one comment made by some spin instructors at my gym is that going anaerobic (vs aerobic) will make you crave more food/feel straved etc. to potentially over-eat.

In general, I think anaerobic gets more of a bad rap then it deserves. It does have it's place. But, I think there's some truth to it. Also, sometimes the sensation of thirst (or dehydration) can be easily confused with hunger...

That's an old school diet tip. Try drinking water first etc. and then re-evaluate. Proper hydration can be a challenge for many riders/exercisers.