I'm sure these threads are a dime a dozen here so if I'm in violation of the rules or if there's a hub post for this type of thing let me know and I'll redirect myself.
I'm 24 y/o male, 280 lbs, 5'10. Despite my weight I feel fairly physically capable (obviously not as much so as someone at a healthy weight but I can move around).
I recently bought a Cannondale Quick 8 as recommended by my local bike shop and I'm loving it. It handles my weight just fine and maneuvers well.
Started with 5 miles last week and have biked every day since. Yesterday I did a ten mile ride in 55 min, all flat land.
My question is, since I have no experience to compare with, what should my goals be? What's more important, pace or distance (I have been measuring with Strava)? Is there a routine or suggested workout for getting fit and getting better at riding?
And of course any other newbie tips are appreciated.
I'm 24 y/o male, 280 lbs, 5'10. Despite my weight I feel fairly physically capable (obviously not as much so as someone at a healthy weight but I can move around).
I recently bought a Cannondale Quick 8 as recommended by my local bike shop and I'm loving it. It handles my weight just fine and maneuvers well.
Started with 5 miles last week and have biked every day since. Yesterday I did a ten mile ride in 55 min, all flat land.
My question is, since I have no experience to compare with, what should my goals be? What's more important, pace or distance (I have been measuring with Strava)? Is there a routine or suggested workout for getting fit and getting better at riding?
And of course any other newbie tips are appreciated.