#117 A Beginner's Guide to Cycling for Runners

Cycling is one of the best ways for runners to maintain fitness while unable to run or to cross-train while fit, but the barrier of entry can often seem high. What kind of bike do you need? What about pedals and shoes? How do you translate running training to the bike? Our resident cyclist Andrea Myers sits down with recent bike convert and DOR Contributor Megan Flynn to give you the basics to biking. They answer a multitude of questions spanning from equipment to workouts to fueling. If you've ever wanted to get into cycling, this is the place to start. The Subjective: what's your favorite way to cross-train? Chapters 0:00 - Intro 7:32 - The benefits of cycling for runners 12:49 - How to get started cycling 20:41 - The importance of a good local bike shop 23:23 - Flat vs. clip pedals 28:14 - Cycling shoes 35:58 - Finding great routes to ride 40:48 - Cycling trainings tips for beginners 50:43 - More tips for new cyclists 57:14 - Dressing for cycling vs. running 59:28 - Fueling on the ride 1:02:35 - Getting a good bike fit 1:05:01 - Wrap-up