Thank you Andykay, I was asking about different bike styles, not how far I should ride as I too am just starting out. I do at least 5 miles a day, rarely skip, and I was thinking of getting a different bike, just wasn't sure if I should go to a hybrid or right to a road bike? I do plan to increase the distance, which is the reason for another bike. I need to increase the workout if it is to be effective.