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Old 07-06-10 | 01:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Scott4957
I don't know that I agree with riding 4-5 times a week when you start out,
Riding regularly is going to make you less prone to injury, than doing the weekend warrior 1-2 rides per week, with breaks in between.

That way you never really adapt, and each time out you hurt yourself again.

The 4-5 rides don't have to all be hard, or fast, but more regular riding will help you improve. 4-5 rides a week still gives 2-3 rest days a week. Also, note the advise to limit your increase in mileage to 10% a week.
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