[17] GET MORE BIKE INTO YOUR LIFE

“Finding the time to do long rides means not doing something else,” says Irvine. “Things that can help are to ride the bike while the rest of the family go by car, take your bike on holiday and go out before everyone is up, which is a great way to sightsee and get fit. If you have to go somewhere for work, ride there. Local leisure centres will often allow you to use their showers for free or a small fee. Find out where the nearest one to where you have to be is, give them a call and see if you can use their changing facilities so you arrive at your destination fresh and ready for work.”