...Why Pedaling Feels EasierSwift explained that walking simply demands more from the body. "As anyone that’s tried to ride a bike up a steep hill can attest, there are certainly times that pedaling and keeping a bike upright can feel much harder than walking! If you’re already coasting on a bike, you can apply little to no power to keep the bike moving on a flat surface." A bike, helmet, clothing, and access to safe routes can be expensive or difficult to find—especially for those living in dense urban areas. The Bottom LinePedaling often feels easier than walking because it requires less energy to maintain motion, particularly on flat surfaces and at leisurely speeds.