Originally Posted by
Beverly
A day of gardening in the sun would certainly make me feel terrific
I don't usually stretch before riding but I always take it slow the first few miles. I have found I feel much better if I do some easy stretching before lifting weights or running on the treadmill.
I like to start slow on a ride because it feels better and I read that the load-bearing cartilage surfaces prepare themselves for motion by way of this warm-up. I also feel better if I stretch, more limber and better able to reach out to the bars. But for my knees, I like to do both.