What exercise have you done today?

2 hours on the weed eater and 1 1/2 hours walking behind mower. Estimated at 3 miles. I wrung 2 oz of sweat out of my sports bra. Not sure how much salt that would yield, but eating a well salted watermelon for lunch to replace it. I also did my regular early morning routine, that I have posted before ... post #1964 on this thread.
 
My morning workout is done and I plan to walk about 3 miles today depending on my left knee. Yesterdays biking activities really messed up my neck. It never occurred to me, until I woke up in pain last night, that the position I use in biking is putting way too much pressure on the remaining few disc in my neck. It also aggravated my left knee.
 
Deya said:
My morning workout is done and I plan to walk about 3 miles today depending on my left knee. Yesterdays biking activities really messed up my neck. It never occurred to me, until I woke up in pain last night, that the position I use in biking is putting way too much pressure on the remaining few disc in my neck. It also aggravated my left knee.
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Ack, that sucks. Hope it resolves soon.
 
Medusa said:
Ack, that sucks. Hope it resolves soon.
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Thanks, but it can't resolve due to the fact that 3 vertebrae in my neck are fused, so all the pressure goes on the remaining lower disc that aren't in that great of shape, but might last me for the rest of my life if I quit doing stupid things. I had to quit doing things like overhead painting years ago. I can't believe I didn't think of this before yesterdays failed attempt at recapturing my youth. I use to ride miles on back trails even after my husband stopped due to bad knees.
 
Deya said:
My morning workout is done and I plan to walk about 3 miles today depending on my left knee. Yesterdays biking activities really messed up my neck. It never occurred to me, until I woke up in pain last night, that the position I use in biking is putting way too much pressure on the remaining few disc in my neck. It also aggravated my left knee.
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I have gone through three different bikes in the last five or six years before finding an extremely comfortable one.

I found that straight flat bars start killing my neck and lower back after more than 20 minutes of riding. Medium swept back bars work the best and the reach from the seat and the height is critical.

I love my Sixthreezero EVRYjourney step-thru. The stock swept back bars were a little much, so I replaced them with a classic style Wald handlebar. Pivoted the seat mount 180 degrees to move the seat forward about 2 inches. Choose the heavier steel frame because I find aluminum frames are just harsher riding. The obsession with weight is absolutely stupid unless you are competing against Lance Armstrong. The only time I ever notice a bike is heavier is if I pick it up to carry it.

I can ride that bike for hours without any discomfort whatsoever. Have a basket on the back for utility, so a step-thru just makes sense instead of trying to swing a leg over super high. I find seven or eight speeds are more than enough for all around terrain including hills, allowing for very efficient faster paced cruising.

You can get excellent cardio on a comfort bike, you don't need a road bike. The only difference is you average 2 or 3 miles per hour faster on a road bike vs a comfort bike when expending the same energy.

I will never understand why people ride a road bike for casual riding or cardio work outs. They are just plain uncomfortable and not as versatile. Their only logical use is for competition. And no, I wouldn't be caught dead riding in lycra tights.

Choosing a proper comfortable bike gets you out there riding and enjoying every minute of it. It doesn't feel like a dedicated work out, it feels like something fun you want to do ;)
 
outlander said:
I have gone through three different bikes in the last five or six years before finding an extremely comfortable one.

I found that straight flat bars start killing my neck and lower back after more than 20 minutes of riding. Medium swept back bars work the best and the reach from the seat and the height is critical.

I love my Sixthreezero EVRYjourney step-thru. The stock swept back bars were a little much, so I replaced them with a classic style Wald handlebar. Pivoted the seat mount 180 degrees to move the seat forward about 2 inches. Choose the heavier steel frame because I find aluminum frames are just harsher riding. The obsession with weight is absolutely stupid unless you are competing against Lance Armstrong. The only time I ever notice a bike is heavier is if I pick it up to carry it.

I can ride that bike for hours without any discomfort whatsoever. Have a basket on the back for utility, so a step-thru just makes sense instead of trying to swing a leg over super high. I find seven or eight speeds are more than enough for all around terrain including hills, allowing for very efficient faster paced cruising.

You can get excellent cardio on a comfort bike, you don't need a road bike. The only difference is you average 2 or 3 miles per hour faster on a road bike vs a comfort bike when expending the same energy.

I will never understand why people ride a road bike for casual riding or cardio work outs. They are just plain uncomfortable and not as versatile. Their only logical use is for competition. And no, I wouldn't be caught dead riding in lycra tights.

Choosing a proper comfortable bike gets you out there riding and enjoying every minute of it. It doesn't feel like a dedicated work out, it feels like something fun you want to do ;)
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Very true and there is a bike shop half a block down from me. They have some awesome bikes including electric assist ones. The problem I have is if I sit up straight where my neck is best, my balance if off due to permanent brain nerve damage. The more bent forward position seems to be the best for balance, but it is way too much pressure on the neck. I have thought about the 3 wheel trikes and ones I have tried have been fun, but not many places I could ride them that I would enjoy.

With my morning workout and my 3-5 mile walk, I stay in good shape for 75 and my legs are still fairly powerful. My knees are worn from 20 years of stepping up and down in a UPS truck, over a hundred times a day, so I really should be careful with peddling. I don't want knee replacements. My hubs had his done, years ago, and he is really crippled up now This household can't tolerate another whinner. :ROFLMAO:
 
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I did my normal routine. I went down to the bike shop and rode around on one I really like. While it requires me to lean slightly forward, swiveling at the hips, keeping my back in a good position, I can keep my neck straight and roll my eyes up to see straight ahead. I don't feel totally secure on two wheels and worry about falling, however this bike really stole my heart.

Suggestions were made by young experts that perhaps wearing leggings under shorts, with knee pads, and a long sleeve top with elbow pads might make me feel more secure and save me from damage, if I fell. I am not sure all that armor is the way I want to look. Lots of gravel on the bike paths around here, so I have a lot to consider before I shell out $1500. How much would I use it before I get too old, lose my enthusiasm, or crash?

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/magicy...b7e0dc5d485163dc8a0&gclsrc=3p.ds&gad_source=7
 
Maybe some elbow and knee pads like used for rollerblading or skateboarding? They also make armored jeans and shirts for motorcycle riding?

Lots of things make a bicycle well balanced and stable. Steering geometry is important, but it doesn't seem to be a priority on newer bikes. A well balanced bike will allow you to easily maintain control without hands. If the bike can't be controlled hands free it isn't designed properly. No, I don't recommend riding without hands and I don't do it.

Tire size is significant. I much prefer 26" tires to 700c. Lighter, stronger, more agile and takes less torque to accelerate. Marketing crap has convinced everyone bigger is better, just like on automobiles. 1.75" width is perfect for street and decent dirt or gravel trails. For non racers skinny tires are just stupid. Less traction means worse handling and a harsher ride.

It is tough to choose a good bicycle, especially since marketing tries to convince us newer designs, specs and features are a must have.
But forget all that because the bicycle (just like the automobile) was perfected several decades ago ;)

A good bicycle doesn't have to be expensive. Basic Shimano components are robust and perform well. All the premium brands now have their frames manufactured in Asia just a like middle tier brand. No, you don't want a department store cheapo. You can often save money buy buying a several years old model that is still brand new. My last Motobecane, Priority, and Sixthreezero bikes were all under $400.
 
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August 1, 2025-----------Swam 1 kilometer (1000 meters)
August 2, 2025-----------Walked 22 Minutes on pavement
August 3, 2025-----------Swam 1 kilometer (1000 meters)
August 4, 2025-----------Swam 1 kilometer (1000 meters)
August 5, 2025-----------Swam 1 kilometer (1000 meters)
August 6, 2025-----------Water-walking 600 Meters
August 7, 2025-----------Swam 1 kilometer (1000 meters) Walked 15 minutes on pavement
August 8, 2025-----------None
August 9, 2025-----------None
August 10, 2025----------None
 
@outlander Thanks for all the good bike info. I know I can't ride one myself because it makes my bad knee worse, but I would love to get one for my son. He lived on his bike when he was young, but now he just walks for exercise.

Our area is flat and paved, all he needs is a comfy bike, but he says the seats always hurt now that he's overweight. He is 6'2" weighs 230. Is there such a thing as a comfortable bike for him?
 
Della said:
@outlander Thanks for all the good bike info. I know I can't ride one myself because it makes my bad knee worse, but I would love to get one for my son. He lived on his bike when he was young, but now he just walks for exercise.

Our area is flat and paved, all he needs is a comfy bike, but he says the seats always hurt now that he's overweight. He is 6'2" weighs 230. Is there such a thing as a comfortable bike for him?
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I believe everyone can find a comfortable bike. But everyone comes in different shapes and sizes, so it can be challenging to find something that feels right. Fortunately changing a seat to something more comfy is very easy to do(y) Changing handlebars can make a big difference too, but you have to deal with switching out brakes, shifters and hand grips.
 

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