CALIFORNIA BICYCLE NEWS AND CYCLING SAFETY TIPS BLOG

There are numerous reasons why people start riding bikes. Maybe you got into cycling to get fit, train for long rides, or commute to work. Whatever the reason, the benefits are generally the same. You should start to feel a little healthier and a little richer. 6 Signs Cycling is Paying Off You’re travelling farther. After a few months of riding, you should look back to see how far you used to ride when you first started. Chances are you’re going much farther now. You’re sleeping better. If all is going well, cycling should be helping you sleep like a baby swaddled in silk clouds. However, overtraining can sometimes make sleep harder than no training at all, so be careful. You feel happier. Cycling, similar to any exercise, releases endorphins. Endorphins are known to lift mood and alleviate fatigue. If you’re riding a bike regularly, you should start feeling less…
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What happens after you get off the bike is just as important as anything you do before or during the ride. After a ride, you may be tempted to just lounge around, eat a sticky bun, or watch some TV. However, we suggest making these changes to so you get the most out of your ride. Recovery Tips for After a Ride Don’t Marinate – You, like so many of us, may like to move a little slower after a ride. You might like to make yourself a smoothie, check Instagram for recent posts, or return missed phone calls, but there’s something you should always do first: SHOWER! Don’t ever let yourself marinate in your riding clothes as it can cause health problems and seriously cause a stink. You’re risking infections, saddle sores, and illness if you don’t take off the sweaty clothes and shower first thing. Don’t Neglect Your…
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