I haven’t cycled in years (I used to cycle to work more or less daily five years ago but life and all sorts got in the way) Although never been a serious cyclist.
Decided to chuck on some shorts and get on two wheels again. I liked it!
A few points/ questions I have though:
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Ache. Soreness. My arse/cock/thighs do not thank me for it. I wore padded shorts thinking this time it would be better but no. I was too sore to cycle back on the way home, I had to walk and push the bicycle home. What do I do to avoid/ soothe? What do I do now? Take the next day off and ease into it or do I keep going and hammer through the soreness?
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Endurance. So at the moment what is an 18 minute journey on Google Maps is actually around an hour/48 mins. I have to cycle, walk then cycle. Sometimes take a brief break for water. ☹️ whereas most people will just… get there. Any tips for improving speed, time and endurance or does it just come naturally?
I feel like I’m not getting a decent workout otherwise.
by VolCata
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1. That’s a very pretty bike.
2. Does it fit you? If it’s causing that much discomfort I really wonder if it does. Achy muscles at first are normal work any new activity. Penis pain sounds much more like a fit issue.
3. What’s your commute like? Is it all uphill? A bike with gearing optimized for flat terrain might be less ideal in that case. Or maybe your gear choice isn’t great?