Originally Posted by
intransit1217
I like pulling on the upstroke. Works the hams and gives the quads a break. Getting power full circle is a lot of practice, but clipless is the first step. Good on you.
Watch for knee pain, have them adjusted so you don't do inadvertent damage. Crunch on !
Ditto to all of this.
I remember how tired and sore my hamstrings were when I first started using clipless. They hurt, in a good way.
Also check your adjustment to do away with any knee pain, I have almost no cartilage left and two rebuilt ACL and it took a few weeks to get them set right.
Remember to check your cleats the first few weeks, I have had my loosen a bit and that is scary when your shoe won't detach. Just stay calm and use the other foot. Then stop and tighten them.