Originally Posted by
East Hill
Yes, try to do commuting on the bike if you can.
+100
Even if your commute is short like mine (3 1/2 miles each way), it has built up my athleticism and energy level tremendously even if I didn't lose weight from the commute itself.
Another recommendation if you haven't already is try your hardest to find riding partners. When I first started I did not have motivation to ride by myself very much. I'd be lucky to do a 5 mile ride. The first time I rode with friends we did about 20 miles (and it didn't seem any harder). Riding with people to chat with makes the time go much quicker and pleasantly. You can do solo rides once you are more into the riding lifestyle.