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Old 07-29-07 | 10:15 PM
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ericgu
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Originally Posted by coasting
Hi all

I was wondering if this is more or less effective for weight loss and increasing fitness than doing the same distance in the following alternatives:

a) more frequent intense shorter rides
b) more miles on my main ride but at an easier pace

Thanks
Two different answers. For fitness, only training two days in a row isn't the best choice.

But for loosing weight, longer rides are better - assuming you have good on-bike and recovery nutrition.
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