Thanks for the great responses. I should clarify that I
used to beat myself up on the bike every day, but not any more...that's what led to my physical and mental breakdown three years ago.
Maybe instead of a rest week every two months, I should do an easy week every month?
Originally Posted by ericm979
Running every day for an hour is tough on the body. Unless you have been doing it for years its likely to result in injury.
Okay, that's not what I want at all. When I say "everyday," perhaps what I really mean is Monday to Friday. Five days a week. Would that be more realistic?
Originally Posted by anotherbrian
I find "zone 2" cycling (measured in power, but equals ~60% of my max heart rate) to be far less stressful on my body than running/jogging, given trying to burn the same number of calories.
That's something I want to throw into the mix, definitely. Especially as the weather gets warmer next month.