Oh, Crankin - you make a good point. I should also mention that unlike most of the runners/cyclists I know, I am not built for endurance. I'm muscular and I tend to be more of a sprinter. That's kind of why I am hopeful that if I just get the miles in, the speed will eventually come.

I'm also quite heavy for my size/height and always will be, so I know that will keep me from ever being a true speed demon over distance (which is fine with me).