Originally Posted by
BluesDawg
Although it is wise not to overdo it when trying new physical activities, a little pain from different muscles being worked is not such a terrible thing. It can be reassuring in a way. It lets us know we are making progress.
This is yet another reason for crosstraining in some form- but start gently and build up. Regular winter training for a lot here is the Gym where you do manage to strengthen a few muscles not used in cycling. It helps on the general training but does let you know you have muscles where you didn't think they existed.
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