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Originally Posted by Miyata110
While I have never done a century, I have to say that all of this advice is identical to what I received in doing my first marathon last year. Treadmills/Trainers are fine, but you should try to do most of your training on actual runs/rides. Building up distance is key. Get out there often. Cross training on occasion is a good idea.

I plan on attempting my first century this year and my biggest concern is sitting on a saddle that long. My a$$ hurts just thinking about it!
Standing up in the big ring and pedalling some will help much.
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