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Caad 8
09-26-09, 12:42 AM
Sometimes when I'm on a ride, my legs say no more! :cry: but my lungs say keep going! :thumb:

And then sometimes my legs say keep going! and my lungs say no more!

What does that mean? and how do I improve it.

Machka
09-26-09, 01:18 AM
It means you need to slow down a bit and keep riding.
eshvanu
09-26-09, 07:30 AM
It means you need to slow down a bit and keep riding.

Yup. At various times your lungs are in better shape than your legs, and vice-versa. Welcome to cycling.

gregf83
09-26-09, 09:08 AM
The general rule of thumb is to shift down a gear or two (increase cadence) if your legs are getting sore or shift up if your lungs are giving out. This way you can inflict uniform pain on your body.