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Cycling tips for Newbie? My butt is so sore!

PinkEarthMama
PinkEarthMama Posts: 987 Member
edited January 24 in Fitness and Exercise
Lay it on me, cycling enthusiasts!

I have a cheapo hybrid bike that I picked up last month. I need tips though.

How to get the best possible workout from cycling? I work too far away to cycle there :-(

Should I upgrade the seat?

Buy padded gel shorts...?

Switch to clip in pedals?

I used to bike a lot as a kid, and I've really discovered I love it right now. I'm doing about 8-10 miles an evening on a relatively flat circuit... There are a few hills, but it's equally uphill and downhill!

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  • GetSoda
    GetSoda Posts: 1,267 Member
    Check with a GOOD local bike shop, and have them match you to a saddle and do a bike fitting :)
  • mapodaca3
    mapodaca3 Posts: 1
    give it a few weeks and your soreness will disappear.
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