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Old 11-21-08, 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by StevePGN10
I just turned 50 and I'm using cycling to lose weight and get into better health. I've read every book in the library on cycling and fitness, but I have a question I didn't find the answer to in the books.

I'm going to spend October through February building a base by riding at least two hours in Zone 2. I intend to do this four times a week. Is there any drawback to taking a break half way through the two hour session? Is it better to do the exercise straight through with no drop in heart rate?

Regards,
Steve
You would probably be better off doing one hour in the a.m. and one in the evening. Keep the furnace hot!
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