need to drop 50 pounds AND build/tone muscles to get back in cycling shape. My plan is to eat and act as though i'm at my desired weight and be healthy about it. I'm a foodie and limiting myself to protein shakes and egg white omelets makes me very cranky so I'm going to try to count calories, do 5 hours of cardio a week, weight resistance 2-3 times a week. My question is, is this an average amount of exercise for people at their desired weight and NOT dieting? (never at my desired weight long enough!) and how much road cycling equals this kind of gym work?
any comments welcome!