tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post3382209847810944943..comments2024-03-26T12:01:11.769-05:00Comments on Running on the Fly: 10 Things About Those 20 RidesKim at Running on the Flyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-32651382545939310892021-10-28T18:45:12.800-05:002021-10-28T18:45:12.800-05:00Thanks for sharing these. I don't bike very mu...Thanks for sharing these. I don't bike very much anymore (I'm nervous), but it might be nice to start again. I don't know. I'm sure it would be good for me.Runs With Pugshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03171128110788554302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-44531520787763996932021-10-27T12:51:21.578-05:002021-10-27T12:51:21.578-05:00It's only in the past few years that I have be...It's only in the past few years that I have been consistently cycling. I was really surprised how much it helped with my running (in those early days LOL). I'd do a longish ride and then have a great race either that evening or the next day. For me, it works. But I know a lot of others who shy away from it because they'd rather be running more miles instead. Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-77358572659949430192021-10-27T12:48:06.368-05:002021-10-27T12:48:06.368-05:00I know it has been a great addition to my fitness ...I know it has been a great addition to my fitness regimen. As much as I love running, I simply cannot do it everyday, nor would I want to (other than those brief holiday run streaks I do in my off season). But, cycling fits in nicely and actually enhances/improves my running, so it's just a no-brainer to embrace it.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-40550324054151991252021-10-27T12:42:28.740-05:002021-10-27T12:42:28.740-05:00I definitely prefer to ride outside, but my indoor...I definitely prefer to ride outside, but my indoor bike really came in handy last winter. I'm grateful to have cycling in my permanent "collection" of fitness fun ;-)Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-45270195789553348642021-10-27T08:43:31.655-05:002021-10-27T08:43:31.655-05:00I HAVE TRIED! I tried to get into cycling but jus...I HAVE TRIED! I tried to get into cycling but just can't get myself to like it. I saw your response to Darlene that it took you awhile to really like it... maybe I should try again. I do think it's an awesome form of cross training, so I believe you when you say it's helped your running. You'll be missing Fritz (and Gustavos) over the winter, I'm sure!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08118496863906264340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-9286713022994021802021-10-27T02:10:04.427-05:002021-10-27T02:10:04.427-05:00My husband is very clear that regular cycling is w...My husband is very clear that regular cycling is what gives him the edge over runners who don't cycle! So I'm not surprised at all that you've found an improvement in your running! Also, so happy that you found so much joy in doing it. That photo of you lifting Fritz says ABSOLUTE BAD@SS!!!!!The Gaborone Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15951125773361296619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-69029594568898644062021-10-26T14:35:00.478-05:002021-10-26T14:35:00.478-05:00I do some cycling on my spin bike, but I bet its b...I do some cycling on my spin bike, but I bet its better to ride outside! There is no way I would feel comfortable biking around here. This sounds like a great challenge!Lisa @ Mile by Milehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12739298325369206085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-70233955179439257912021-10-26T13:22:01.116-05:002021-10-26T13:22:01.116-05:00Having an indoor bike is really handy! Mine isn...Having an indoor bike is really handy! Mine isn't a Peloton, but it gets a lot of use during the winter months.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-14399326675751192542021-10-26T13:21:18.157-05:002021-10-26T13:21:18.157-05:00Ha ha....is it bad that I drool over all your home...Ha ha....is it bad that I drool over all your home-cooked meals, as I preheat my oven for some frozen chicken tenders? ;-) I keep saying I'm going to discipline myself to do more meal prep and cooking, but #nadda LOLKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-67662441998761693312021-10-26T13:19:28.500-05:002021-10-26T13:19:28.500-05:00I agree...as much as I love running, I do need oth...I agree...as much as I love running, I do need other fitness outlets. Plus, my legs appreciate the extra training OR recovery, depending on the workout.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-23863754041791775112021-10-26T13:18:31.655-05:002021-10-26T13:18:31.655-05:00There are some mornings (more so in the summer) wh...There are some mornings (more so in the summer) when I have a tough time deciding if I want to run, walk, or bike upon wake-up. It did take me awhile to grow to liking it as much as I do...it wasn't instantaneous for me.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-65224135220127065132021-10-26T13:16:56.950-05:002021-10-26T13:16:56.950-05:00I didn't think I'd like it much until I st...I didn't think I'd like it much until I started doing it more frequently. Then, last year, I had no choice while my stress fracture healed. I'm lucky I have a safe place to ride (my town), and this hilly bike path to keep me humble ;-)Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-14618447673711979282021-10-26T13:15:15.614-05:002021-10-26T13:15:15.614-05:00Thanks, Deborah!! As I've told you many times,...Thanks, Deborah!! As I've told you many times, my only regret with cycling is that I shunned it for so long. It has been such a great addition to my fitness ;-)Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-75931630947234420602021-10-26T11:42:25.554-05:002021-10-26T11:42:25.554-05:00That's so cool! Cycling is an awesome way to r...That's so cool! Cycling is an awesome way to recover and get better at running. I don't have a road bike as there aren't many safe trails around me to make up the cost of a bike. I do have my Peloton though and I love that I can hop on for an easy day or crank it up!Virjinia @ With Purpose and Kindnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17584377013630291266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-23926185589946397522021-10-26T09:58:28.416-05:002021-10-26T09:58:28.416-05:00Is it bad that I enjoy reading about your adventur...Is it bad that I enjoy reading about your adventures in biking but have no intention of doing any other cardio cross training? Oh well, who knows what the future holds.Birchwood Piehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01504702778025456387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-79844814583187386952021-10-26T09:10:36.410-05:002021-10-26T09:10:36.410-05:00You know I'm all about the cross training! Alt...You know I'm all about the cross training! Although I don't have a road bike, I love to hop on my Peloton to get in my rides. Over the years I've found that while I still love running, I have to mix things up in order to not get bored.KookyRunnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03687318401455266836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-7104507687261988132021-10-26T07:39:54.152-05:002021-10-26T07:39:54.152-05:00Biking is great cross training, It is admirable ho...Biking is great cross training, It is admirable how much you have embraced it,<br /><br /><br />Not me. Just can't find the tine. I just try to stay active and squeeze in runs or walks or hikes.<br /><br />Maybe someday I try the bike again.Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15383271437202673669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-83220743759505209652021-10-26T07:38:27.192-05:002021-10-26T07:38:27.192-05:00I think biking is great cross training. Unfortunat...I think biking is great cross training. Unfortunately I just don’t like biking (except stationary). Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14096124660145481881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-82880547631880925652021-10-26T07:07:21.919-05:002021-10-26T07:07:21.919-05:00I am a huge fan of cross training as well and agre...I am a huge fan of cross training as well and agree it's a great compliment to running. Nice job on your cycling accomplishmentsDeborah Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09723497728598811234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-82194521551726978772021-10-26T06:18:15.418-05:002021-10-26T06:18:15.418-05:00I am just not much of a water gal. I do hope to do...I am just not much of a water gal. I do hope to do a triathlon someday, so I'll need to break a huge barrier on my comfort zone in the water for that. I do know that swimming is a great compliment to running, though...I just can't seem to embrace it for myself.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-21557820214075730812021-10-26T06:15:23.572-05:002021-10-26T06:15:23.572-05:00I saw a similar ratio of 3:1, meaning cycling mile...I saw a similar ratio of 3:1, meaning cycling miles needed to be approximately three-times greater than those of running, but that would vary depending on the terrain (hills, surface, speed, etc.). Since I usually had the #5at5 run done, these 15-ish cycling miles (on hills LOL) added another 5-ish (maybe more?) miles to the daily total.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-69415212971662180412021-10-26T04:33:45.892-05:002021-10-26T04:33:45.892-05:00I agree, the cross training helps a lot to run bet...I agree, the cross training helps a lot to run better and bike riding is the perfect complement.<br />I did it but later, to avoid risks, I have chosen swimming: 3 days running, 3 days swimming and 1 day rest.<br />Glad your running has improved.Black Knighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02647151992793590141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-6574130293553252812021-10-26T01:06:14.274-05:002021-10-26T01:06:14.274-05:00Fully agree! Hilly bike rides are a great way to s...Fully agree! Hilly bike rides are a great way to stay in running shape - and even to improve the running. Nice work, Kim!<br /><br />I don't wear my official "biking kit" either for my shorter bike rides. Up to two hours is quite doable without the padded shorts.<br /><br />When you switched your mid-week semi-longish run for the hilly bike rides: how many more miles did you plan on the bike vs. running? I heard that you need to do 2.5x more, but if the rides are hilly, I don't think you need to do that much more.Catrinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05813581612058054899noreply@blogger.com