Sometimes, going slow is the fastest way forward. Hongyi shares how low-intensity “Zone 2” cycling taught him resilience, patience, and strength — both on the road and in life. His talk redefines what real progress looks like, in fitness and beyond. Hongyi Shangguan is a student at Jinling High School. While many of his peers are buried in test prep, he chooses to ride his bike outdoors, chasing the wind — and his own rhythm. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx