How do make you’re pedaling more efficient? Never assume that you can get the best pedaling effect just by pedaling hard. Today, riders can briefly understand the key points through three aspects, and finally, find the cadence that suits them.

Pedaling habits

Just step down! Many people think that in order to speed up the cadence during cycling, the rear foot should also help to lift when the front foot is stepping down. But in fact, instead of improving efficiency, this approach makes you more tired and slows you down. Even dead fly riding requires no rear foot lift to increase power.

So, after giving up the lifting action, when is the most effective time for the front foot to exert force? From the direction of 10 o’clock to the direction of 1 o’clock, start to step down hard, until the direction of 3 o’clock can obtain the maximum pedaling power. In addition, keeping the feet and calves at a fixed angle as much as possible during the process of stepping down is also a habit of pedaling to maintain high efficiency.

Strength Training

The strength of your glutes, thighs, and abs is key to determining your cadence. Therefore, after correcting the pedaling habit, perform various strength training (squats) appropriately to improve the strength of key muscles.

Bike Fit

The height and fore-aft position of the saddle, and the angle of the cleats of the shoes can all affect the pedaling effect and comfort. Although many modern bike fit methods have emerged, the following traditional measurement methods can still fit most people’s bodies.

The height and fore-aft position of the saddle, and the angle of the cleats of the shoes can all affect the pedaling effect and comfort. Although many modern bike fit methods have emerged, the following traditional measurement methods can still fit most people’s bodies.