Bigtraine 24 Posted March 1, 2007 I have a question about why different cardio exercises seem to be 'easier' than others. For example, today on a recumbant bike, I did 52 minutes while keeping a 120 heart rate for the firs 20 minutes, 140 for the next 27 minutes, and 160 for the final five before a 2 minute cooldown. Why is it that I can maintain these levels but running a block winds me so much more? And it seems to be different for different people. I have a friend that gets blown up really quick doing elliptical machines, but can jog on the treadmill forever. Conversely, I have another friend that claims he has to go twice as long on an elliptical to get the same workout as on a treadmill. Just wondering why that is. Anyone know? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagles Green 34 Posted March 1, 2007 Because neckbeards aren't very aerodynamic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bigtraine 24 Posted March 1, 2007 Because neckbeards aren't very aerodynamic. That might explain it for me, but not why it seems to be a consistant thing among people. Is it the muscles being used maybe? But, it's not really muscle fatigue as much as the actual getting winded part that I notice a difference on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rusty Syringes 478 Posted March 1, 2007 Add some focking tension. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bigtraine 24 Posted March 1, 2007 Add some focking tension. I don't know if that was the problem, because I was working hard enough to get my heartrate up (according to the heartrate monitor thingy attached to it). Although I guess I could run around the block a few times and check my heartrate then and see if it's above the 140 to correspond with the heavier breathing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rusty Syringes 478 Posted March 1, 2007 I don't know if that was the problem, because I was working hard enough to get my heartrate up (according to the heartrate monitor thingy attached to it). Although I guess I could run around the block a few times and check my heartrate then and see if it's above the 140 to correspond with the heavier breathing. Go take a Spinning class. I double tooty-fruity dog dare ya! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Black Label Society Posted March 2, 2007 I JUST got back from the gym...no treadmills were open, so I jumped on a bike. On the tread, I try to keep my HR around 145 for about 20 minutes, which literally wipes me out (ex smoker to boot) I went 20 minutes on the bike, at level 10 for the most part, HR was around 155-160 and I wasn't nearly as tired as on the tread. So I see what you're saying...but to answer your question...I don't know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rusty Syringes 478 Posted March 2, 2007 I JUST got back from the gym...no treadmills were open, so I jumped on a bike. On the tread, I try to keep my HR around 145 for about 20 minutes, which literally wipes me out (ex smoker to boot) I went 20 minutes on the bike, at level 10 for the most part, HR was around 155-160 and I wasn't nearly as tired as on the tread. So I see what you're saying...but to answer your question...I don't know. You would if you had a girlfriend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Black Label Society Posted March 2, 2007 You would if you had a girlfriend. Why do my ribs hurt? fuckker Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frank 2,147 Posted March 2, 2007 Sounds like you and your friends are dumbasses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rallo 132 Posted March 2, 2007 Add some focking tension. exactly the treadmill and bike offer no resistance. when you REALLY ride a bike or REALLY go jogging you are actually moving your body weight. Also it's winter so at least where i'm from it's cold and that wipes you out a lot faster when exercising in the cold than at room temp Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
