Originally Posted by kopid03
thats great to hear, i'm a runner and I just bought a road bike to add some cross training this summer for the added aerobic benefit. i hope i have similar results to yours.
Do you still focus more on running? If so, how much do you bike in addition to running?
I don't think I will be able to bike a whole lot this summer, as I will be running 70-90 miles a week, but I'll try for a few good rides a week.
Good to see other runner/bikers out there. I still primarily consider myself a runner, because I have much more experience with this sport, but since I've begun commuting to work by bike (20 miles roundtrip) I've cut the running to less than 20 miles per week. 70-90 miles a week(!!) - that's great - you might want to consider using the bike to replace hill workouts or some speed training days, or take a nice long ride to replace your lowest mileage day. Runners typically have stronger hamstrings than quads, so using the bicycle to replace the "recovery run" allows you rest your primary running muscles while strenghtening the alternate muscles, which as we know, can help prevent injury. Although I'm not experienced enough on the bicycle to know how running helps my performance, I do know that so far, cycling has definitely enhanced my running strength and endurance. Good luck, and let us know how you make out!
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JPradun - thanks for the info - based on my personal experience, I think they might be right about that VO2Max comparison between cyclists and runners. I would like to find out what it is about cycling vs. running that promotes this increase, because I certainly feel like I'm working harder when on my legs, vs. wheels. Either way - it only means good things for all of us cross-trainers!
