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I'm taking a long time to get back into a consistent exercise groove. That said, I have been consistent with my 2x/week yoga practice the last few weeks, and that feels good. My strength work is coming along ok as well. Right now, my cardio fitness needs lots of work. Last night I joined our weekly tri club ride on Zwift…

I haven't maintained a great eating routine lately, but this week has been pretty good. A big plus has been a return to both Zwift indoor cycling with my tri club friends and joining a yoga practice led by my favorite instructor. The tri club ride was a Sufferfest that I needed. We had ten strong riders and I had to work…

DiscusTank5, So sorry to hear of your health issue, but so glad to have you back! Don't worry at all about a slow start. Plenty of time to regain strength and come back better than ever. Looking forward to updates as you resume training. I'm guessing that by the spring, you'll want to put a race on the calendar as a…

Welcome to the group. Great idea to follow a training plan. I've used Trainerroad's cycling workouts in the past and found them very helpful. You will get definitely stronger on the bike if you simply follow their plans for the duration of the program. How long is the program you're following? (12 weeks?)

We were stuck indoors due to the snow storm in NY, so I rode my daughter's Peloton for 60 minutes yesterday. I must admit, the class was fun. Basic Z2-3 endurance blocks which were just challenging enough as I get back in the saddle. I'd forgotten how popular the Peloton app has become. Yesterday it was just me and 1015 of…

Understand your comment: I should elaborate: Today, I did several movements on the BOSU: First was single arm chest presses while holding a bridge pose with both feet on the ground, 90 degree bend in knees and my upper back resting on the BOSU. Works both chest and challenges your core. I then did a rear foot elevated…

My second strength session with my trainer this week. bunch of weighted movements, some done on BOSU ball. My balance really s*cks right now, lol. Need more work there. After 3 days of 6 mile run/walk cardio (usually split into 2 pieces) I switched it up today and used the elliptical machine to give my legs a break. I'll…

Getting back into a routine. This year's six week gym challenge includes strength work, cardio work and a focus on meal prep/food tracking. I'm aiming to take advantage of the "2 points per mile" for running or walking and "2 points per 3 miles" of cycling. The maximum daily points for cardio work is 12. I"m guessing that…

I've been MIA for quite some time, so checking in. Good to see many regulars still at it. Had fun catching up on lots of non fitness activities this fall (duck hunting, travel, visiting new grand daughter, etc). Of course, all this fun compounded my dwindling fitness problem. I finally got a not so subtle push from my…

Agree with the responders above. Given that you're not a first time runner, building fitness should be no issue with consistent training. As far as the 10k's, a race two weeks before could simply substitute for your weekly long run (perhaps run at Half Marathon race pace, not 10k race pace) and you'd have plenty of time to…

Another vote for the Garmin Fenix.

While you wait for swim lessons, you might search online for “mrswimsmooth”, an animated app that shows perfect swim form. As far as breathing, here’s my 2 cents: Start by standing in waist deep water and bending forward to submerge your face. No arms needed, just develop a feel for the breathing cadence and repeat a…

I've been very distracted and lackadaisical lately, due to having an active substitute teaching schedule and lots of other social stuff happening. That said, at least I have managed to work with my trainer 2 mornings per week at 5:30am (ugh) before school. Today is a day off from teaching due to local elections. With the…

Praying that hippos don't learn to ride bikes. ;)

Unusually mild and sunny today, so we got out for a 20 mile ride. Foliage is at its peak here, so we really felt lucky to be outside.

In response to your question "Is it too much?" my answer is it depends. While many folks in their 60's do lots of zone 2 work, (I'm thinking of marathon runners, cyclists, etc) I'd echo what others have said. It isn't optimal as the only form of cardio work. The other observation I'll make is that you mention that you've…

Spin class this morning. I wasn't crazy about the rapid standing/sitting transitions during class today, but there's no question that the workout pushed me a bit. Looking forward to an outdoor group ride tomorrow. It's been advertised as a social paced ride, but I know better, lol.

Had an active day today. Started by pulling 4 old room air conditioners and some other stuff out of the cellar to donate and/or throw out. Then moved outside for the first round of leaf blowing followed by mowing the lawn. Sunny and mild today, so after the chores I got out for a quick ride. 16 miles in 58 minutes, or just…

Took a spin class this morning, the first one I've done in over a year. It kicked my butt. I needed that.

Swimming is a great exercise. No pounding on the joints, builds strength, burns calories. That said, I have the same question as @cmriverside above. A few details would be helpful.

Strength day yesterday. 45 minutes of full body work with trainer in am, then yoga practice at night.

Sunny and near record warmth this afternoon. 84 degrees at the start of our ride. Three of us went 21 miles at a 17mph pace. The foliage is starting to really change. Hoping for a few more rides before the leaves are down.

A couple stretches come to mind: 1) The runners lunge and 2) the 90/90 stretch. Runners lunge helps open the hip flexors and the 90/90 works on hip mobility since you're using a different plane of motion. Bridges also help quite a bit, either banded or not. They force the glute muscles to "get in the game".

Joined two friends for an early am bike ride. We launched a bit before 8am and it was very chilly at the start. The route ran through a mostly wooded section along a river. The early am river mist and fog was uncomfortable until the sun burned it off. We covered 24 miles in 1hour 22 minutes, or just about a 17mph pace.…

Welcome. Lots of folks, including me, in similar circumstances. Fall is a great time to restart.

Congrats on the race. Same here. Looking to switch up my routine with something new that is a low impact alternative to running.

My front wheel was rebuilt and sent back to my bike guy yesterday, so I picked it up and took a ride today. I took my first ride in about 3 weeks, going 59 minutes at a fun 15.75mph pace. Good to be back in the saddle.

Trainer led session at my gym this am. Incorporated some balance work and stability work into strength movements, ie. single arm press lying on back on bosu ball, etc. Also rounds of banded squats, band walk, mountain climbers, split squats, etc.

As mentioned above, rest is the real key. I learned that lesson the hard way by continuing to aggravate an inflamed tendon while training for a long course triathlon race. Ended up sidelined for over a year. One rehab practice from the chiropractor that helped me was self massage of the tendon. This is done by lightly…

2.5 mile hilly trail run yesterday. New bike wheel due back at the shop on Tuesday, so I can get back to some cycling as well.