Tips for those who want to start riding a bike to work

Check out how to avoid problems, such as sweating, and be able to use skinny as a means of transport

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Overcrowding in cities, traffic jams, poor quality of public transport and other factors lead us to look for transport alternatives. The bicycle is an old vehicle and is in fashion for being practical, not polluting and still providing physical exercise. If you want to adopt this means of transportation to go to work, know that there are ways to ease your sweat. Here are some tips on how to start cycling to work:

First of all, adapt your “bike” correctly, with the necessary signs. Use safety equipment and accessories and always have a small bag to carry some necessary tool materials if your bike needs any repairs along the way.

1. Schedules and route

Make your commute before leaving home and calculate the time so that you are not harmed in your work environment.

2. Slow down too

Make your route slowly and carefully and respect the signs; haste is often the enemy of perfection, and if you pedal at a fast pace, you will arrive at your work as if you had left a race; if you pedal slowly, you will arrive as if you were walking, this avoids heavy sweating.

3. Luggage compartment

Install a luggage rack onto the back of your bike and securely attach your backpack to it. The trunk is great for carrying your personal things (clothes, accessories, etc.) without being an extra weight that makes you sweat.

4. Stop a few times

Choose some stopping points on your route; the best option is a safe place without too much traffic. Give preference to shady places and do this whenever you feel your sweating heavy. When you notice your heart rate slowing, go back to pedaling. Also take the opportunity to refresh yourself.

5. Drink water

Always take cold water to cool off - it's always the best way to relieve the heat.

6. Bath

Always shower before leaving, this will help combat odor and perspiration.

7. Antiperspirant and deodorant

Attention! Antiperspirant and deodorant are not the same thing (click here to learn more - and look for natural options). Always take it with you so that when you get to work you can sanitize yourself.

8. Clean underarms

Smelling is not good for those who are sweating or for those who are feeling bad, so take a damp towel (it can be paper) or a moistened tissue in the trunk as well. Apply them first and, after drying, use the deodorant.

9. Towels

Take a washcloth to dry after washing your face, hair and armpits; and another to clean the rest of the body - wet, preferably.

10. Genital area

You can use the towel or wet wipe to clean these areas.

11. Perfumes

It's always nice to have the perfume, but don't overdo it - it can leave you with an odor as unpleasant as sweat.

12. Clothes

If this is possible at work, don't forget to bring clothes to change after riding a bike - bring your clothes (this includes underwear and socks). Only wear after the entire cleaning procedure has been completed.

13. What about dress clothes?

Dress shirts crease easily. You have the option of buying a large, deep briefcase (those used in offices to store documents), putting your shirt inside the briefcase and then in the trunk. If you prefer, you can still reuse pieces of thin cardboard or cardboard to fold your shirt. Dress pants can be folded together with the shirt inside the briefcase. The jacket can be left at the company.

14. Light clothes

Give preference to short clothes (shorts or light shorts) when cycling. The pants can get dirty and get tangled if they come into contact with the chain.

Ready! Now just get up the courage and get started! See some more tips for exercising in large urban centers.



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