What is something like a hobby or skill that you belive almost anybody should give a try, and what makes your suggestion so good compared to other things?

i feel like this is a descent question i guess.

    • withersailor@aussie.zone
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      1 year ago

      I cringe watching someone struggling to turn the pedals when they are riding a multi geared bike.

      Cycling is good for the knees, if you’re not staining to turn the pedals. That’s why gearing exists.

      Use the gears to make the pedaling easier.

      • runner_g@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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        1 year ago

        Also to add, the seat height should be adjusted such that your leg is just under full extension when on the pedal at its lowest point. Otherwise you are wasting a ton of power with every stroke, and will feel it in your knees much quicker.

      • Wen Astar@discuss.tchncs.de
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        1 year ago

        O yes. If you have problems, shift down, pedal faster. Everything above 70 pedal turns per minute is good for your knees. Everything below is bad

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        1 year ago

        Yep, switch to a low gear and cruise! I love going fast so I’ve always been a high gear guy, love mashing but after a while I could definitely feel it under my right kneecap. I try to take it a little bit easier nowadays and haven’t had that problem

    • Barzaria@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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      1 year ago

      Wait a minute internet dude, did you make sure your seat was the right height? Having the seat at the right height I.e. fully extended legs, the down like an inch, really helped me out with the joint pain. I mention it because biking is generally considered a low impact activity. Knee surgery haver here, myself :')