Thoughts on my potential in cycling?
11-12-20, 07:16 AM
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Hey all!
My name is Collin, and I’m going to be making the switch from collegiate distance running to cycling.
I had a few questions for some of the vets regarding my potential...
Before I ask them, here’s a little about me:
- I weigh 180 and stand 6’3”.
- Resting heart rate is 28 bpm according to holter monitor as of January.
- vo2 max of 73.
- 2 mile of 9:02 (running)
- 3 mile of 14:28 (cross country)
I’m wondering if any of these metrics indicate I have potential in cycling. Any positive advice is appreciated. Thanks!
My name is Collin, and I’m going to be making the switch from collegiate distance running to cycling.
I had a few questions for some of the vets regarding my potential...
Before I ask them, here’s a little about me:
- I weigh 180 and stand 6’3”.
- Resting heart rate is 28 bpm according to holter monitor as of January.
- vo2 max of 73.
- 2 mile of 9:02 (running)
- 3 mile of 14:28 (cross country)
I’m wondering if any of these metrics indicate I have potential in cycling. Any positive advice is appreciated. Thanks!
Certainly much stronger than most of the people on BF.
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11-12-20, 03:09 PM
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Important metric I haven't seen mentioned: on a scale of 1-10, how much fun do you think you'll have riding a bike?
If you score higher than 0, I'd consider giving it a try.
If you score higher than 0, I'd consider giving it a try.
11-12-20, 03:12 PM
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no further posts from OP? Smelling troll.
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11-17-20, 02:14 PM
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You need a coach. To begin, you won't have the cycling adaptation to do the HIIT work to maintain your VO2max, which you definitely want to since it will speed up the transition. The solid VO2max even riding base miles will very rapidly (compared to someone who doesn't have it) develop your cycling muscles. The reason you need a coach is to continuously shift the HIIT load over from running to cycling, based on performance data - not guesses or speculation. The coach can also nip bad habits in the bud, which as a proficient runner you will have plenty of - such as favoring your running muscles simply because it feels easier. (The old adage "train that which is hard" applies here.) Pursuing the easy, such as scooting back on the saddle or riding out of it because you haven't developed a powerful spin, isn't very effective use of training effort. Hence the need for a coach.
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You need a coach. To begin, you won't have the cycling adaptation to do the HIIT work to maintain your VO2max, which you definitely want to since it will speed up the transition. The solid VO2max even riding base miles will very rapidly (compared to someone who doesn't have it) develop your cycling muscles. The reason you need a coach is to continuously shift the HIIT load over from running to cycling, based on performance data - not guesses or speculation. The coach can also nip bad habits in the bud, which as a proficient runner you will have plenty of - such as favoring your running muscles simply because it feels easier. (The old adage "train that which is hard" applies here.) Pursuing the easy, such as scooting back on the saddle or riding out of it because you haven't developed a powerful spin, isn't very effective use of training effort. Hence the need for a coach.
Most coaches send a workout list and give you a phone call.
Coaching is one of the most obscenely overrated things going in cycling.
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Unlike many of us, hopefully the silence from the OP is because they are out riding and getting closer to their potential. <grin>
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Hey all!
My name is Collin, and I’m going to be making the switch from collegiate distance running to cycling.
I had a few questions for some of the vets regarding my potential...
Before I ask them, here’s a little about me:
- I weigh 180 and stand 6’3”.
- Resting heart rate is 28 bpm according to holter monitor as of January.
- vo2 max of 73.
- 2 mile of 9:02 (running)
- 3 mile of 14:28 (cross country)
I’m wondering if any of these metrics indicate I have potential in cycling. Any positive advice is appreciated. Thanks!
My name is Collin, and I’m going to be making the switch from collegiate distance running to cycling.
I had a few questions for some of the vets regarding my potential...
Before I ask them, here’s a little about me:
- I weigh 180 and stand 6’3”.
- Resting heart rate is 28 bpm according to holter monitor as of January.
- vo2 max of 73.
- 2 mile of 9:02 (running)
- 3 mile of 14:28 (cross country)
I’m wondering if any of these metrics indicate I have potential in cycling. Any positive advice is appreciated. Thanks!
11-18-20, 02:47 PM
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Hey all!
My name is Collin, and I’m going to be making the switch from collegiate distance running to cycling.
I had a few questions for some of the vets regarding my potential...
Before I ask them, here’s a little about me:
- I weigh 180 and stand 6’3”.
- Resting heart rate is 28 bpm according to holter monitor as of January.
- vo2 max of 73.
- 2 mile of 9:02 (running)
- 3 mile of 14:28 (cross country)
I’m wondering if any of these metrics indicate I have potential in cycling. Any positive advice is appreciated. Thanks!
My name is Collin, and I’m going to be making the switch from collegiate distance running to cycling.
I had a few questions for some of the vets regarding my potential...
Before I ask them, here’s a little about me:
- I weigh 180 and stand 6’3”.
- Resting heart rate is 28 bpm according to holter monitor as of January.
- vo2 max of 73.
- 2 mile of 9:02 (running)
- 3 mile of 14:28 (cross country)
I’m wondering if any of these metrics indicate I have potential in cycling. Any positive advice is appreciated. Thanks!
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11-24-20, 10:07 AM
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Hey all!
My name is Collin, and I’m going to be making the switch from collegiate distance running to cycling.
I had a few questions for some of the vets regarding my potential...
Before I ask them, here’s a little about me:
- I weigh 180 and stand 6’3”.
- Resting heart rate is 28 bpm according to holter monitor as of January.
- vo2 max of 73.
- 2 mile of 9:02 (running)
- 3 mile of 14:28 (cross country)
I’m wondering if any of these metrics indicate I have potential in cycling. Any positive advice is appreciated. Thanks!
My name is Collin, and I’m going to be making the switch from collegiate distance running to cycling.
I had a few questions for some of the vets regarding my potential...
Before I ask them, here’s a little about me:
- I weigh 180 and stand 6’3”.
- Resting heart rate is 28 bpm according to holter monitor as of January.
- vo2 max of 73.
- 2 mile of 9:02 (running)
- 3 mile of 14:28 (cross country)
I’m wondering if any of these metrics indicate I have potential in cycling. Any positive advice is appreciated. Thanks!
I don’t know about your cycling potential, but your resting heart rate matches Big Mig, and he was a pretty ok bike rider. 28 bpm? World record stuff right there. Best of luck in your next Olympics. You’re in seriously good shape! (Or possibly, not. Holter monitor stuff usually indicates a problem under investigation. Be careful.)
10-27-21, 12:13 AM
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Give it a go and see if you like it. Most runners I know that have turned to cycling (myself included), have done well. Helps when you start with a strong aerobic engine and only have to learn the mechanics of riding/racing, instead of having to learn the bike and improve your fitness at the same time. Altho, cycling fitness will be a bit different from running fitness, so you'll still room to improve, I'm only two years into cycling and still improving. I came from ultra running (where I was fairly competitive, not just finishing) and had no problems jumping right into A+ rides, have won some races, place regularly (locally, not saying I'm ready to go pro or anything, but I'm also 46 lol). I still run some, but def enjoy the bike much more.
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From what i've seen runners kill it in cycling. You should do great if you try hard. Also don't lose more weight lol, keep your priorities straight, you don't wanna be a stick figure in college even if it means you can go up a hill a bit faster
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Does your college have an intercollegiate cycling team? If so, I recommend joining it!
I hurt myself constantly from running too much in college, and picked up a road bike and started racing almost right away as I was learning to ride. This was in ~2006/2007.
Intercollegiate cycling is a great way to get into the sport and has overlap with sanctioned pro and amatuer racing at many events. You'll have access to elite level athletes and the environment is much more inclusive and less disdainful than the ego-driven cat 3/cat 4 superheroes that you'll get at most weekend open races.
I hurt myself constantly from running too much in college, and picked up a road bike and started racing almost right away as I was learning to ride. This was in ~2006/2007.
Intercollegiate cycling is a great way to get into the sport and has overlap with sanctioned pro and amatuer racing at many events. You'll have access to elite level athletes and the environment is much more inclusive and less disdainful than the ego-driven cat 3/cat 4 superheroes that you'll get at most weekend open races.
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