Welcome and congratulations on taking charge of your life and your health! Bike riding will come back to you, just take it slow and easy to start and bike someplace where there are few obstacles until you get past the wobbles.

When I first got back into bicycling I was shocked to know how much being out of shape affected my ability to handle a bike. It takes a few rides to feel like you can control the bike because being out of shape means you don't have much strength either. Strength, confidence and control comes with time on the bike. Starting out with a used bike means little investment until you are certain that you will keep up with it. I have no doubt you will because cycling is very addictive. It makes you feel good and feel good about yourself. After a few months you will know what kind of riding you'll be doing and you can get a better bike. However, if money is no object, start off with a new one by all means!