cycling speeds

[MightyMitre]

Well done Mtnsnowsnake - sounds like you're doing fine.

Depending on how often you ride it may take a little time to build up your strength and speed but just take it gradually and you'll do great.

When I started out I was kind of obsessed with how fast I should be going and how I compared to others. Like Veronica said, when you're starting out the best person to compare yourself to is you.

To help build your stamina why not try looking at the distance you ride to begin with. Maybe add 2 or 3 miles each trip and gradually work up till you can do say, 15 miles, without thinking about it. Then you can start to look at how fast you're going. Just add on a little distance each time.

You'll probably find as you get stronger your speed will start sneaking up anyway.

For me it was the distances that were the main hurdle. The thought of riding a bike for 25 miles seemed totally crazy and impossible , but gradually I got there. Now I can do it with my eyes closed, I'm starting to see just how fast I can do it in.... I'll let you know how I get on.!

Enjoy!