The general rule of thumb is there is a run-to-bike ratio, meaning one mile of running at a moderate effort equals three miles of cycling at that same effort level. Cycling 12 miles is the equivalent of running four miles, with both effort levels being the same in a very general sense for cardiovascular fitness. What is a good bike distance?
Beginner, short distance say miles : average speed 12 mph. Most cyclists can achieve mph average very quickly with limited training. More experienced, short-medium distance say miles : average mph. Reasonable experience, medium say 40 miles : average around mph.
How long does 5 miles take to cycle? Generally speaking, however, for beginners, biking 5 miles will most probably take 30 to 45 minutes. In such time, the speed is normally at 8 to 10 miles per hour.
How long should I bike for a good workout? As you get comfortable spending more time in the saddle, schedule longer rides during the week. If you do three cycling workouts each week, complete one short ride 30 minutes , make one ride a moderate duration 45 minutes , and set a goal to ride one long tour 60 to minutes each week.
How long does it take to cycle 20 miles? If you have many gears, it can make life easier as you switch gears to help you navigate different slopes.
The type of clothes you wear and the equipment on your bike can also influence the time taken to ride over a specific distance. Consider a professional biker wearing spandex; his overall weight is relatively light compared to a person riding in a pair of jeans ad a jacket.
The total amount of gear carried on the bike will affect the overall bike weight and thus the energy needed to cycle. If you are carrying, a water bottle, tool kit, first-aid kit, etc.
You will definitely be slower than someone with a bike free of any extra gear. At the end of the day, the main difference comes from efficiency. Click HERE to check it out. It is quite obvious that a flat bit of tarmac is far easier to ride on that the mountain bike terrain in the woods near your house. The woods may have numerous obstacles such as sticky mud, fallen branches, and slippery leaves that can make it a nightmare to navigate. This kind of terrain will require a few extra minutes to get through.
Another aspect about the ground you are riding is the incline you are on. No matter the terrain, you will always be faster when cycling downhill than on a flat surface or uphill.
This is because gravity will be on your side and there will be little need to waste your energy cycling hard, in fact in many situations it may be that you are freewheeling, requiring little or no energy from you, but possibly a lot of concentration though.
This is quite the opposite of going uphill whereby because gravity is pulling you down you may have to expend considerably more energy because you are constantly pedaling the bike, possibly wearing yourself out over a very short distance or period of time.
Weather is another possibly significant factor that will influence the average time to bike a mile. If the conditions outside are windy, this could mean that you are practically flying along the road thanks to a nice tailwind propelling you from behind. Contrary to this though, it could also mean that you are barely gaining any speed as you battle with the horrible headwinds that are pushing against.
Furthermore, if it has been raining all day and the ground is muddy or slippery; negotiating this may take you more time to bike a mile compared to when the weather is sunny and the ground is dry and more stable. An experienced biker will obviously have an edge over a novice rider when it comes to covering certain terrains or long distances. Probably due to greater stamina they may also be able to maintain a steady top speed when reached, by managing the amount of energy being spent while pedaling.
If the distance is still too much, there might be tricks to take it easier in the beginning. Where I live I could take my bike with me in the train in the morning, and cycle back in the evening.
A friend of mine is cycling the same way with an electric bike. He bought it because he wanted to arrive sweat free for work. One more advice that is off-topic: The longer you cycle, you will someday get a flat tire on your way.
That's why I always carry tools and a spare tube. Biking is an easy activity to throttle. Start slow and take breaks along the way if necessary. Also take days off when you feel fatigued or sore. Make sure you hydrate.
Consider an electric bike. My situation was similar, 15km is just about 9 miles and while I'm not a "big fat slob" I'm not super-fit either. I could do it on a moderate quality touring bike in 45 minutes but I got to work soaked in sweat. Taking a dare I mention it cigarette-pause around kilometer 10, and cycling gently, I took 55 minutes but didn't offend my co-workers. I bought an e-bike and did it in 40 minutes. In summer I managed out-and-back on one charge, in winter the batteries are less efficient so I took a charger with me.
Try to make a first ride of recognition when you don't have to worry about time, maybe the weekend. In this ride you have to pay attention to bumps, holes, car's crosses and transit signals in the road and if there is places for fix your bike in case of something happens.
Define your route and if you have multiple choices, categorize them I have one when I'm late and another with a beatiful landscape. Don't use your clothes of work to ride, instead use a shirt for sweat and get dirty, and in a bag put you work's clothes, the first times you're gonna sweat like a pig. Bring with you a rain slicker like this , but don't use this because in this you're gonna sweat the double!!. Use this for you pants, you dont want to get dirty of grease at work.
Always be sure you have attach you bag firmly to your bike because when you're riding this can fall and you can lose it if you doesn't notice. If you carry on yourself your backpack for 9 miles that is gonna make you sweat more. First of all I'd like to congratulate you, you've already done perhaps the hardest part, deciding to cycle to work.
Its going to be tough, but I'm sure you can manage, and its well worth it. Traffic, and safety in general, is another concern, especially if biking is not in your blood. Quality of the road also matters -- smooth tarmac, for example, is much easier than dust or gravel. One trouble with biking to work is that you're not free to make many choices as opposed to a Sunday afternoon trip. If you're not dependent on biking as a means of transport, you can decide each morning whether to go or give it a miss.
You're not free to make the same choice in the evening unless you can leave the bike at workplace overnight. You do not choose the weather. You do not choose the timing. You do not choose where you go. However, biking to work is a great way to start the day and purge your head a bit.
It's definitely worth trying and persevering. Take as much rest as you can when not on bike lots of sleep.
Here I share my experiences of when I commuted to work, which I hope inspires you to get commuting yourself. For some people, around the corner is too far, and for others a mile trip one way is not far enough. You may be fit enough to cover your commute, or you may need to build up to it slowly. One important thing to remember is how the miles add up. One day of cycling 40 miles is relatively easy for a fit person. Five consecutive days of cycling 40 miles are far more challenging.
My old commute was 10 miles long, and I started work at am. When I first started cycling, my commute would take around 50 minutes, but I managed to get it to around 35 minutes. I probably had a tailwind to help me, but I still noticed a difference. Not only to my times but how I felt while at work and how I felt in general. However, covering the distance is only half the battle. Any seasoned bicycle commuter will tell you that you need a good plan.
Before you cycle to work you should make sure you ride the route the weekend before to see how long it takes. Strava or Endomondo are both great tools for this. I found writing everything down was a great place to start, because it gave me the confidence to start commuting by bike. To be fully prepared, you should have a run-through before a work day. This way you can refine the process and get yourself ready as quickly as possible.
My commute when driving took around 20 minutes door-to-door. My commute when cycling was around 40 minutes, plus an extra 10 minutes to get changed at work I got everything else ready the night before.
My route was quiet country lanes and I cycled very early in the morning, which meant I encountered few cars. These times meant that my commute was an extra 30 minutes longer each way, but I was happier and healthier for it. In the evening, I would walk through my front door 30 minutes later than I would have if I had driven. Except I had already cycled 20 miles, and that was a great feeling. Previously, I lived in England and biked early in the morning.
Early starts meant that it was too cold for me to sweat much.
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