I could use a bit of advice.
I'm getting back into shape for the first time in my life. I'm a 43 year old man who was very active and fit until about 8 years ago. With family and career I let my fitness level drop.
I used to ride road bike and mountain bike. I've been back in the saddle (I dusted off my old mountain bike - the racing bike was sold a few years ago) for about a month now and I'm enjoying the way my body is firming up.
There is one thing that I'm really concerned about. For the most part I've stuck to mostly level ground, with a few rolling hills. The daily ride is typically 10km, but can range to 20km. On the longer rides I've taken I've hit the hills a bit and I have really found myself out of breath. I mean, stopping and huffing and puffing for 30 seconds to a minute before I can move again. This is something totally new for me. Do any of you know when I might see some improvement? Like I said, I've never had to get back into shape before, I have no idea of a timeline.
Thanks
I'm getting back into shape for the first time in my life. I'm a 43 year old man who was very active and fit until about 8 years ago. With family and career I let my fitness level drop.
I used to ride road bike and mountain bike. I've been back in the saddle (I dusted off my old mountain bike - the racing bike was sold a few years ago) for about a month now and I'm enjoying the way my body is firming up.
There is one thing that I'm really concerned about. For the most part I've stuck to mostly level ground, with a few rolling hills. The daily ride is typically 10km, but can range to 20km. On the longer rides I've taken I've hit the hills a bit and I have really found myself out of breath. I mean, stopping and huffing and puffing for 30 seconds to a minute before I can move again. This is something totally new for me. Do any of you know when I might see some improvement? Like I said, I've never had to get back into shape before, I have no idea of a timeline.
Thanks