This is my first proper cycle ride of 2025, and it’s less about smashing a PB and more about getting back into the swing of things. I’m out on the UK roads doing what I always do on these early-year rides: checking how the body feels, getting the legs turning again, and having a proper think about what I actually want from my cycling this year. It’s that mix of adventure, real life, and the honest ups and downs of just getting out the door. I also chat through my cycling plans for the year ahead—what I’m aiming for, what kind of rides I want to do, and how I’m going to keep it realistic and enjoyable. If you’re in that same January/early-year mindset of “right… where do I start?”, this video is basically me talking you through my approach: ride more, keep it simple, and build the habit. And yes—there’s always time for a coffee stop and a bit of kit chat along the way.