Cycling to get back into shape

[Anubis]

its been a while since I've been in shape. I have the normal excuses, busy schedule, not enough free time, no good gyms near by blah blah blah.

It's all crap and I know it, so I'm joining a nearby gym, and working at getting back into the shape I was at.

I still hate gym cardio, so I'm going to be cycling with my fixed gear.





This is a single-speed bike without a freewheel; that is, whenever the bike is in motion, the pedals will go around. You cannot coast on a fixed-gear bike. To slow down you have to resist the pedals (if you're a wuss you can use brakes, but Im not a fan).

I was wondering if anyone else in this forum cycles as their cardio routine. If so, how long do you ride, and how often? I'm looking to make a cardio, lifting, and diet schedule, so input would be nice.

[Anubis]

No takers on recommending a routine eh? i suppose i can tough it out myself

[Narkissos]

I cycle...or walk.

That is... when i actually do cardio.

During contest prep I walk/cycle to and from the gym to supplement any cardio i do at the gym.

On weekends i ride for an hour or so.

I never do roadwork in a fasted state however.

-C