Does a cycling commute defeat resistance training?

[Faol]

Hi all,

I'm looking at getting back to the bench for a 3 day/week resistance program, most likely TBT or Beach Muscles.

I cycle to work (~10-12 miles return) each day. While the intensity of the ride does vary, I'd say it's closer to steady state, and definitely not HIIT. An average commute.

My question is:
Does this cycling defeat the purpose of a hypertrophy program? If so, does it do so to such an extent that I should just follow a fat-loss resistance program until I'm not cycling anymore (that means November - I live in Winnipeg, Canada), and then switch over to more of a hypertrophy-oriented program? Or will a regular commute not interfere with muscle growth?
I realize I'll have to adjust my calorie intake b/c of the commute.

I'm 35, haven't worked out steadily for ~ 5 months.

I just want to make sure all my ships are sailing in the same direction.

Thanks for the help!

[Fulmen]

You're risking not getting enough calories for muscle growth. Since you realize this, up your calories or stop commuting.

[Lost Dog]

You will get used to a regular amount of exercise, so you'll be fine if you eat enough to grow.

[rookie]

The absolute biggest strongest guy in my gym is an avid cyclist. So I must agree that as long as you eat properly you will be good to go.

[kuri]

I bike to work everyday, oftentimes two trips a day, and while there am on my feet training people for hours.

And I still manage to grow and get stronger.

Come to think of it I've seen athletes running on a field or cycling around a track, and they train and somehow have a good amount of muscle. double

Don't fall for the old bodybuilder better not walk around the block or you won't grow bullshit.

[Simon C]

No.