| If you need to get into better shape, lose some | | | | start close by our home. Many towns have |
| weight, or just want a hobby that will get you | | | | recreational trails for hiking and biking, which makes |
| outdoors to enjoy some fresh air, cycling is a great | | | | for a very enjoyable experience as you get into |
| way to accomplish all those goals at once. Personally, | | | | shape. |
| it has been a great activity that can be enjoyed by | | | | You will want to start slow as you begin your riding |
| the entire family. Sometimes just getting started will | | | | regimen, start with just a couple miles per day for |
| get you hooked so that you never want to stop in | | | | the first few weeks and work up to 8 or 10. Make |
| this fast paced sport. | | | | sure you take a day of rest and only ride 5 or 6 |
| First you need some equipment. If you are just | | | | days per week, as well. |
| getting started and are not sure if you will like it or | | | | As you work up to longer and longer rids, you will |
| stick with it, you can find a good used bike off of | | | | need to make sure that you have plenty of water or |
| Craigslist or eBay. you will also want to research the | | | | other hydrating fluids with you - you don't want to |
| type of bike you will need for the style of riding you | | | | become dehydrated miles from home. Other |
| intend to do, off-road, paved, or a mix - make sure | | | | recommended things to carry with you are: your id, a |
| you have the proper equipment or you risk injury to | | | | small selection of tools, spare tube, emergency tire |
| yourself or damage to your bike. | | | | pump, and cell phone. |
| Next you will want to explore local riding areas. My | | | | Once you get used to riding daily, you'll get stronger |
| family enjoys riding the miles of local paved trails that | | | | and feel great - watch the pounds melt away! |