A bicycle is an excellent means of transportation that is highly mobile and inexpensive. You can use it to drive to work, bypassing endless traffic jams, or to nature in the company of friends. There are a lot of options. In addition, cycling is a great way to combat weight loss. However, it is impossible to appreciate all these advantages if you do not know how to ride a bike.
Instructions
Step 1
The most basic thing is to properly adjust the seat. This is necessary in order to put your foot on the ground in time. You should adjust your bike so that you don't feel uncomfortable. Stock up on protective clothing: oversleeves, knee pads, heavy sweaters and pants. Choose old clothes that you don't mind throwing away. Choose a training site. It is best if it is a place with loose soil, since the wheels will not get stuck in it.
Step 2
Ride without pedaling at first. You need to feel the balance. Place your left foot on the ground and your right foot on the bicycle pedal. With your foot on the surface, push off, and relax the other and do not make absolutely any effort. Try to drive as far as possible without bending over to your side. The steering wheel does not need to be turned out. The balance is maintained by your body, not by this control.
Step 3
Move on to the ride itself. When you get on your bike, the main thing is not to panic. Just relax your muscles. Distribute your body weight across four points - equally on your legs and arms. The movement of parts of the body should be smooth, without much jerking. The eyes play a very important role in maintaining balance. There is no need to look at your feet, look forward, only forward! The brain itself will regulate the balance in relation to other objects.
Step 4
You need to learn to ride a bike only on a flat and straight surface. There is no need to turn the steering wheel. When you eat, do not strain your muscles. Relax, don't pedal with all your might, lift your head up, but hold the steering wheel firmly. If you are going to turn, do not jerk the steering wheel abruptly. Turn body and handlebars slightly. And one more important fact: cycling too fast requires certain skills and knowledge, cycling too slow makes it difficult to maintain balance. You need to drive at an average pace.
