Sunday, August 3, 2008
Bike Commuting
I have decided to try begin commuting to work each day on my bike. It is only around a six mile ride each way but it is on very busy major roads with heavy traffic. I test road part of the route this morning. Very little traffic at 6:00 am on a Sunday morning, but a got a feel for the route. It is so different on a bike than in a car driving. I plan to ride in my regular work cloths and take it slow so that I do not heat up. My only real concern at this point is of course staying safe and possibly over training, as I will be riding on days that I run as well. My normal "off" day from training is Wednesday. I have not decided yet whether I will ride to work on Wednesdays or drive to maintain the off day. We will see.
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Take it one bit at a time. When I finally took my bike down off the wall I could only do a handful of miles, then I was bushed. You'll build up fast enough.
If you can find side streets that will take you to your destination, that will help keep you safe. Driving on heavily-travelled roads (especially during rush hour) is quite dangerous.
From what I see, you're doing great. Keep it up!
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