Originally Posted by
dalava
The key is to find the right gear where you can concentrate on a smooth spinning motion. You should try to get the feeling that you are not deliberately pushing or pulling.
It was explained to me that you should pull back on the pedal towards the bottom of the stroke, like wiping your shoes on a rug. Take it a step further and push the pedal forward when nearing the top of the stroke, like when in mid stride when running. Keep in mind these exercises will cause sore muscles, the ones you haven't been using.