There was a couple of years I commuted (30-40 RT) year round because we were down to 1 car. It was challenging at times because of the weather. My legs were usually wet noodles by the end of the week and rarely felt like recreational riding. I only occasionally commute these days. I wish I were closer to work so I could commute more often. It's takes over an hour each way and there's a 1 mile stretch of road that I don't enjoy when everyone is leaving work. I still ride 3-4 times a week but the commute got old. I also enjoy mountain biking on the weekends.