Originally Posted by sparknote_s

I have a question on base phase training. I am new, and just completed my third week of riding. I started with short 15 mile rides, increased it to 20-25 miles, then 30 miles. Today I will be doing 35-40 miles. For daily rides (5-6 days / week), how much should I keep increasing my ride length to? Would 50 miles, 5 or 6 days per week be too much? Is 40-45 enough for the daily rides? I usually keep an average HR of 150 bpm.

Thanks.

EDIT: Oh, and when I feel like I am tired or need a break, I either take the day off or go easy 15-20 miles.