How Big Riders Can Start With Cycling

Cycling is becoming not just a popular sport but as a form of exercise and recreational activity. What’s great with cycling is that you can do it at your own pace and doesn’t put too much strain on the ankles and knees unlike weight training and running. This low impact exercise can also be a great way to enjoy the outdoors while you submit your body to a cardio work out.

For some people though, riding can be intimidating. That’s the first thing you might want to overcome. But once you have that desire to start getting fit, you wouldn’t actually mind how you would appear on the bike or what will happen to you while on the road.

It may help you build your confidence to practice riding your bike in your yard. Of course, it would be helpful if you get the right bike. You can consult your bike shop to help you choose a bike that fits your body frame and weight.

You may want to practice mounting and getting off your bike so you wouldn’t fall off while doing so. To start riding, experts suggest that the best position is when you are seated on the saddle and lift your left foot and step on the pedal. Lift and put your right foot on the pedal and push it as soon as the left pushes down. (If you are more comfortable starting with your right foot then you may do so.) This way you are moving the pedals in circles and this keeps the bike running.

While you’re at it, practice your balance. When you do get off balanced, you just put both feet on the ground to steady yourself. With this in mind, you might want to check the height of the saddle seat of your bike that it actually allows you to put both of your feet on the ground to steady yourself.

You may also want to practice braking. It is advisable that you hit the rear brake first before the front to prevent you from toppling over. Once you can get your bike running, you may want to learn how the different gears on your bike works. You may ask an expert to coach you.

Now that you can get your bike on the move, you may want to practice riding your bike within the neighborhood or to a nearby park until you have mastered starting your bike, using your brakes and gears. When you’re confident enough, you can start riding farther and on different terrains and bike paths.

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