Why I Stopped Riding Bikes

Dan Lloyd’s cycling career took him to the Giro d’Italia, the Tour de France, and beyond. But after retiring in 2012, he found himself falling out of love with the sport that once defined him.

Over the past year, Dan has been on a journey to improve his physical and mental health—and now, he’s ready for his biggest challenge yet since his days as professional. He’s getting back in the saddle with a renewed passion for cycling, taking on a charity ride from London to Manchester in support of Ambitious about Autism.

Follow Dan’s journey as he rediscovers his love for the sport and pushes himself toward this meaningful goal. 🚴‍♂️💙

00:00 Is it okay to fall out of love with cycling?
00:19 Dan's relationship with cycling
05:01 Why do some ex-pros still ride?
09:33 Why do some ex-pros stop riding altogether?
17:03 Cycling as a great way to stay fit
18:10 Dan's charity ride from London to Manchester

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