Cycling Motivation Bought a bike a couple of weeks ago to spend time time with my dad. Did my first 3 hour ride and I was out for the rest of day when we got back home. Without saying I was not up to snuff. I bought a trainer a week later and just messed around a bit. I stumbled upon TrainerRoad on…

Welcome - keeping up with your dad sounds like a fun goal - enjoy!

Great goals! Stay consistent and you will see big gains, remember to enjoy the process and have fun!

Halfway done with the first week. A few things I’ve notice that keep popping up. Right knee pain towards the inside of the knee. Both sit bones are in pain halfway through the workout, and initial pain in left ankle during the beginning of the workout. I’m thinking it’s probably still due to my bod…

[image] Isoblu: just in case I scheduled a bike fit tomorrow with the local bike shop. Good idea. Riding on the trainer is much more static than outdoors and some weird issues can pop up that might not otherwise. [image] Isoblu: Both sit bones are in pain halfway through the workout T…

Some great info shared here: FAQ: Saddle Pain, Soreness, Numbness on the Trainer

Welcome to the forum and to indoor training. You’ll be attacking your dad on the hills in no time!

The bike fit tomorrow will hopefully fix a lot of the issues, as for bibs/shorts any recommendations? Didn’t take how stationary the bike is, I’ll mess with the stilts to give it some time wiggle room.

[image] Isoblu: as for bibs/shorts any recommendations? Ask 5 people about the best bibs, and you will get 10 answers. Your best bib short recommendations - 2018-2022ish I have great luck with Pearl Izumi, but like any brand, they aren’t right for everyone. Sadly, it’s like most stuf…

Finished the bike fit. A few adjustments were made: Smaller width saddle from 155 to 142. Saddle tilt lowered Changed to a 90mm stem from 70 “slammed” stem since I’m apparently flexible enough to hold that position. cleats adjusted During the fit those adjustments seemed to help, but to make sure…

Great Post! If I can add anything is “go slow”. Consistency is the foundation for any improvements. Don’t burn yourself. I’m talking to you but I’m actually reflecting on my sports life! Hahah

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The initial pedals

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mcneese.chad August 13, 2021, 7:48pm 6

Some great info shared here:

FAQ: Saddle Pain, Soreness, Numbness on the Trainer

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My Cycling Journey - Complete Beginner Training choosing-a-plan	70	6644	December 22, 2019
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