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Hi all!
I would really appreciate your help.
I am a 25 year old female, 5'6, 180 pounds. I am thinking of buying a road bicycle, mainly to lose some weight. I gained about 40 pounds after my 2nd baby, and I am having trouble shredding these annoying pounds!
No matter what I tried, I am so busy that I cannot exercise on a regular basis. With housework, kids, and full time school, I simply do not have time to set aside for exercise...
However, a crazy idea popped into my mind. I go to school that is about 6 miles away from my house. The road is absolutely flat and straight, no hills, for 5 miles, and there are some turns for the last 1 mile. There is also a bicycle lane for the whole 6 miles.
Would it be crazy to try and bike to school? Would I be able to bike for 6 miles in under 1 hour at a comfortable pace without killing myself? I did ride a bike as a teenager a lot, but that was a while ago. Now, I am not that physically fit, but not a couch potato either. I walk a whole lot, and walk up/down the stairs a lot too.
Another advantage to buying a bicycle is the fact that the road is pretty congested in the mornings when I drive (3 schools on that road), so it takes me about 45 minutes to get through these 6 miles anyway.
So... please share your opinion. Considering my weight and fitness level, should I try? Would it kill me to bike for 6 miles? (comfortable pace, straight good road).
Lastly, which bike would you recommend? I would love a good comfortable bike, good wheels, and good speed.
Any thoughts are welcome. Thanks in advance!
*** Thank you very much, JerryJ. I am thinking of borrowing a bike from my friends - both of them have expensive great bikes. I'll have it for a week, if I do find the bike comfortable and see that I can do it, I'll certainly go and buy an expensive bike. Great answer!
Answer
- Would it be crazy to try and bike to school
No. Any exercise that is performed at your target heart rate for an extended period will burn fat. Walking, cycling, and rowing are some of the best. Use a pulse meter to ensure that you are exercising at the correct intensity. Too intense and you just burn sugar, not fat.
- Would I be able to bike for 6 miles in under 1 hour at a comfortable pace without killing myself
Yes.
- Would it kill me to bike for 6 miles
No.
- Lastly, which bike would you recommend
Get the best bike you can afford. There is a big difference in ridability between cheap and good. If it's a pain to ride you won't ride much. Get a diamond frame (not a girl's bike) and get one that fits properly and don't get one from a chain store. Bikes from chain stores, department stores, discount stores, etc. often have non-standard parts to make them cheaper. These generally break sooner and are not repairable.
And get a helmet that is Snell approved. Don't even think about riding without one. Also get a good lock, such as a Kryptonite. (The kind with solid bars and a circular key, not with a chain)
Join your local bike club too. Most bike clubs have rides for all fitness levels. Once you get a reasonable amount of fitness, consider randonneur riding http://www.rusa.org/
- Would it be crazy to try and bike to school
No. Any exercise that is performed at your target heart rate for an extended period will burn fat. Walking, cycling, and rowing are some of the best. Use a pulse meter to ensure that you are exercising at the correct intensity. Too intense and you just burn sugar, not fat.
- Would I be able to bike for 6 miles in under 1 hour at a comfortable pace without killing myself
Yes.
- Would it kill me to bike for 6 miles
No.
- Lastly, which bike would you recommend
Get the best bike you can afford. There is a big difference in ridability between cheap and good. If it's a pain to ride you won't ride much. Get a diamond frame (not a girl's bike) and get one that fits properly and don't get one from a chain store. Bikes from chain stores, department stores, discount stores, etc. often have non-standard parts to make them cheaper. These generally break sooner and are not repairable.
And get a helmet that is Snell approved. Don't even think about riding without one. Also get a good lock, such as a Kryptonite. (The kind with solid bars and a circular key, not with a chain)
Join your local bike club too. Most bike clubs have rides for all fitness levels. Once you get a reasonable amount of fitness, consider randonneur riding http://www.rusa.org/
Why is wearing a seatbelt a law?
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I'm from Missouri and recently I was pulled over for not wearing a seatbelt and given a ticket. I'm not mad about the fine (it's only 10 bucks) but am about why someone can fine you for it because it doesn't make sense.
Your seatbelt is their for your own safety, if I choose not to wear it I understand the morbid consequences however it is MY choice. The same goes for wearing a helmet for a motorcycle.
Why doesn't an officer then fine someone for not wearing a helmet while riding a bicycle on the street then? Is it not also a moving vehicle? Why the fuck didn't I have to wear a seatbelt (not even provided one) as a kid on the bus for so many years!?!
Basically I fail to see how the state can fine you for this unless I'm missing something like an insurance reason...is it because your a danger to other people in an accident if your body goes flying out the windshield??
Please help shed some light on this issue, thanks!!
I've been a driver for 10 years, never been in an accident, and have drivers insurance. No one will be paying 'tax dollars' for my decision not to wear a seatbelt and/or whatever consequence might entail from it, that is just ridiculous. How would I be putting others at risk? How is it the state's responsibility?
Answer
The courts have repeatedly examined mandatory seat belt laws and have consistently found that they serve a "public" interest, not merely protecting (or not) the person who wears them (or not). This is based on research that demonstrates that those who wear a seatbelt are in a better position to maintain control of the vehicle in the event of an emergency and/or crash. This increases the likelihood that someone OUTSIDE the car can also be protected. Thus, it is NOT only the safety of the person who chooses to wear or not wear a seatbelt that is a concern or target of these laws.
The courts have repeatedly examined mandatory seat belt laws and have consistently found that they serve a "public" interest, not merely protecting (or not) the person who wears them (or not). This is based on research that demonstrates that those who wear a seatbelt are in a better position to maintain control of the vehicle in the event of an emergency and/or crash. This increases the likelihood that someone OUTSIDE the car can also be protected. Thus, it is NOT only the safety of the person who chooses to wear or not wear a seatbelt that is a concern or target of these laws.
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