biking instead of 5 mile run?

[kaykay]

Hi, how far,long and hard would I have to ride bike to get the same workout as a 5 mile run. I can't run because of neck problems. Will it even work the same to do biking or should I do Imax or Hardcore Imax Extreme Hi/Lo. Any suggestions would be appreciated before tomorrow. Thanks. Have a good rest of your weekend.

 

[dss62467]

Well, I get the same caloric burn from a bike ride as I do from doing an IMAX. And if I have my daughter's trailer attached to the back, I get an extra 20 calories. I usually go for a 10 mile bike ride. Takes about an hour. Much better on the knees and boobs than a run.

 

[Mckmain]

Donna....is that what happened to my boobs?...http://bestsmileys.com/fainting/1.gif[/img]...

Karen....As a runner I always recommend one of the Imaxes in place of running as it does have some high impact. But if high impact is tough on your body I think the 10 mile bike ride that Donna suggested would be a good sub also......Carole

 

[kaykay]

But would just one Imax be the same as a five mile run or would you do something else too. Imaxs are all not very difficult for me. Thanks for your suggestion.

 

[Mckmain]

I'd say just one. MIC would work too if you have that one. It is a bit longer than the Imaxes. You are welcome and have fun......Carole