Hmmmm.
First congrats on what is really an impressive workout routine.
I would really like to get into the biking thing, but I couldn't be happy leaving the Dog behind and the country around here isn't conducive to having him following with the traffic. However there are some long hiking trails that follow old railroad tracks that it would work. Have one friend who is heavily into biking and he is in better than excellent shape when combined with his resistance training.
Sometimes I dream of again running loose on the trails, but it is just dream.
Not so sure that creatine gives me much of an energy boost that I can feel. I look at it as more of a sneaky supplement that may be working and I can't really put a finger on. But like I mentioned I only use it sparingly when I think it may help. It may be a mind game and nothing more, but the way I use it I'm not worried about it causing any harm.
I can give you a suggestion on something that will give you an energy rush and that would be Nitrous Oxide powder. The theory is that it causes the blood carrying vessels to expand. Works on the same principle as Viagra and Cialis, but unfortunately not specific to their effect.
However, I would caution you to perhaps check with your physician and get their ok. If your blood pressure and heart are good they may give you the go ahead to at least try it. Sounds like they are. Again, I only use it when I think I may need it, but for myself it WORKS.
Again congrats on keeping at it and I think biking is one of the best ways to work on endurance. Throw in some resistance training to keep muscle tone and with being blest with good health you may extend your hunting years long past the rest of the guys our age.
Good book on all this would be "Evolution" by Joe Manganiello. Progressing to the end of his workouts isn't necessary. The first couple weeks repeated consistently will do wonders. He also discusses the various supplements and the importance of eating correctly for energy and strength.
GNC is the place to purchase any of the supplements. They do extensive testing to ensure what the label says is in there. Also the majority of the products they sell are legal for use in college and pro sports.
Last edited by battue; 10/05/14.
