Whether you’re a novice on a city bike or a seasoned triathlete on a roadie, these points should be avoided if you want to achieve that ideal fitness level while also having lots of fun:

Skipping meals will burn more fat

Most cyclists these days prefer to hit the road or nearby trails early to avoid the morning rush. If you’re an experienced cyclist, you’d better know that leaving the house without even eating a slice of bread won’t necessarily help you lose those stubborn fats.

However, studies have shown that skipping breakfast or any other meal before exercising will allow your body to burn glycogen and stored fat. On the other hand, other people feel weak, dizzy, and lightheaded due to their dropping blood sugar levels, often resulting in reduced performance (and less fat burning), which is actually the opposite of what you’re looking for. .

Perhaps the most sensible approach to this is to assess your current condition and consider factors such as age, health, medical history, fitness level, and the type of exercise you are about to engage in. This way you can decide whether to grab a bite to eat before hopping on the bike and hitting the road or trail.

less water will do the trick

Never try to do this. Your body needs the proper volume of water before your exercise for peak performance. Lower water intake does not have a direct effect on weight loss. Drink plenty of water before and after your exercise to avoid any conditions like dizziness and worse, dehydration. You wouldn’t want to collapse on the way, would you?

More cycle time is better

This is not necessarily true. Many cyclists aim for that long distance period, usually a minimum of 100 kilometers in 8 hours, often referred to as the “Century Ride”. Yes, it’s cool, awesome and hardcore, but it’s not for everyone. Exercising for long hours can cause fatigue, especially for new riders. A good way to start is to try a good 30-60 minute session at home or outdoors. Do this 3-4 times a week instead of choosing that one 100km sprint. Eventually, you will increase your cycle time as your fitness level improves. But for now, take it easy and be consistent!

sleep is for the weak

Depriving yourself of good sleep for 7 to 8 hours negates the full positive benefits you’ll get from a good diet and exercise. Lack of sleep also increases your level of cortisol, the stress hormone that acts as a stimulus for you to want more food. So unless you want to be part of the lethargic carnivorous horde during a zombie apocalypse, rest well to feel energized and ready for your daily dose of riding sessions the next day.

Just pedal. There is no place for fun.

There is nothing more amazing than having fun while achieving the perfect fitness level! So before you decide to buy that stationary cycling machine, consider buying a mountain bike (MTB) or a road bike (roadie). Either of these 2 bikes will give you the satisfaction of seeing great places and meeting new people instead of pedaling around inside your room while watching TV.