Cycling Question.

[donnydarkoIRL]

He guys, This question is particularly applicable to Sharla and Scrap really.
I was wondering, would a 12 mile cycle, three times a week be an adequate substitute for three running roadwork sessions?

How long should it take me to cycle this distance, and as I'm not accustomed to this type of workout, how likely am I to cramp?

[Scrap]

Try and see if the Sports Centre do any Spinning sessions, they are terriffic for Cardio without impact.

[AdamGB]

Working in gyms I've hated all of the classes I've seen that most gyms generally offer though... spinning is a good, honest work out.

Will take you through different Aerobic and Anaerobic levels too... Most gyms don't require you to be a member to take part in their classes.

[Sharla]

Yeah Scrap is right spin classes are a better option. Cycling on a road or path it can be difficult to keep your heart rate up because you'll find you need to stop and start a lot for lights and obstacles etc.

If you're busy the time required to upkeep a bicycle in really good order can be annoying too.

The thing with cycling is that 12 miles is not really that far unless you can do it very fast and that depends on traffic etc.

I don't think you are as likely to cramp up cycling as you are running but I would warn against carrying anything on your back and watch your posture. Also You get large quads from cycling which is fine but you'll need to remember your hamstrings in you weights or resistance workouts to make sure you balance them and stretch.

I'm thinking spin classes would be better for you for climate reasons too - cycling in the rain is not the funnest thing in the world!

[iceman]

i doubt it will do much for you in the ring....maybe good for weight/fat loss and some general toning, but as for anaerobic training i'd try the spin classes or sprints on the bike, just don't do it every day or your muscles will tear down and not recover properly

[Douglas]

A little cycling might strengthen your legs a bit, but I don't know if it'd help out in boxing much.