Originally Posted by
Mikenobike
How would one go about cycling for boxing. I've been cycling maybe once every week and its really helped me maintain the strength in my legs as the rounds go on. I used to just go for long random rides (45 miles, 4500ft elevation, took like 3-4 hours) but recently switched to just doing 1 mile 5-6% climbs for 1-3 sets as fast and hard as I can about twice a week and the occasional long ride just for fun. Any thoughts? Or resources (books, coaches, etc). I know cycling is starting to become a really popular cardio tool in combat sports!
You're doing it right. Long rides 1-2 hours in the saddle will help with endurance. Intervals will help with short burst in ring recovery. After training easy spinning rides will help with overall fitness recovery. In addition, stationary cycling between rounds will put you on another cardio level. And finally, fun riding will give you a nice break from training and allow you to use your hard gym work acquired fitness for plain fun.
A word of caution, I would Only do these cycling workouts once a week.