My main concern is whether the pain is a sign that I need to rest instead of continuing with activity
In general, exercise when the pain is relieved by activity, and rest when the pain is worsened by activity.
In the 18 months that I've been cycling, nearly all of my joint pain has disappeared, so I keep up with the activity.
Originally Posted by Yen
my left foot is turned slightly inward so that my toes point toward my bike, while the right foot is pointing forward as it should. As soon as he told me today, I became aware of it and quickly corrected it, but time and time again my left foot reverted back to that turned-in position. I don't walk that way, and I never have, so why do I automatically turn my foot in on the pedal???
Switch sides and that's me. I also sat crooked in the saddle--twisted slightly to the left. At a fit session, the fitter suggested that it was because my right leg is slightly shorter (it is, how did he know that?). We put some inserts in my shoe and the problem is solved.
Do you ride with your orthodics? If not, try them. If so, you may need different ones for your cycling shoes.