Originally Posted by
OldCruiser
I’ve been struggling with burning knees for a couple of years now . Sorry I haven’t found a solution.
I rode for years before it started .
it did begin as I aged ( I’m 71 ) and started riding on a daily basis .
I’ve tried everything except shorter cranks .
Do get some relief riding a pedal forward cruiser bike .
Cycling is supposed to be easier on the knees than walking . But for me it hasn’t been .
I just took about four months off riding my bike . Only to have my knees start back burning after a short three mile ride this morning..
they usually feel ok the next morning.
Good luck , if you find something that works let us know .
I worked on stretching this weekend. I especially stretched my IT band, hips, and glutes. Ankles and calves too. I stretched before getting out of bed and at work today. I also rode a new to me bike tonight. I only had burning less than a minute. I’m going to continue to stretch and be mindful of the burn (to stop it since I’m not sure it’s a good burn like when weight lifting) and hopefully I can train my muscles out of it. My legs feel tired all over now, and it’s not so much focused around my knees like before. I hope you can find something that’s helpful so you can enjoy riding again.