Eating healthy is important! I do like to supplement, though! I like Actigin, it has really helped me out quite a bit. It boosted my muscles and I heal quicker after work outs.
The best type of bike will depend on your body. I found that taking supplements have helped a lot. I take Actigin for endurance and beast creature for creatine.
Sometimes supplements can be helpful, even when we get older. I use Actigin and it's given me a boost and helped with my aches, plus gives me fewer injuries after riding.
Ouch! I'd say try a supplement like Actigin, it helped me out and I have better rides. Plus, fewer aches & pains. I've even toned up better since using it.
Sometimes my knee bothers me. I was sore after riding, but I started taking Actigin and I felt much better after my workouts/cycling routine and whatnot.
I just drink regular water and take Actigin. I don't like most sports drinks anyways, so it doesn't really affect my diet too much. Maybe some flavoring from time to time, it depends.
Oats are a great source of energy. I like to eat them in the mornings, then take my supplements (Actigin and Beast Creature). IMO, milk is also a good breakfast 'food'. I don't like to go too heavy, so no bacon or meats if I'm going out cycling.
Working out in the evening is fine. I take actigin for endurance and beast creature for creatine in the evenings when I work out. I'm not as sore afterwards, either. Hope this post helps!
I think women (and anyone) can gain a lot from cycling. It helps promote a healthy lifestyle and I know female bikers who really have benefited from it.
Good luck on your journey! Make sure to stay hydrated and find a diet that works for you. Supplements can also help,I take actigin for endurance and beast creature for creatine.
I'd look for a solid workout plan, that will help. Before I started cycling, I had some issues with weight, too. I started eating right and took Actigin. http://pages.cs.wisc.edu/~caden/meowww.com/bike/general/overweight.php