Whether you like cycling at the gym, bike riding to work or a weekend cycling day out, the benefits of cycling are incredible to your health and fitness levels. Regular cycling increases muscle strength and flexibility, decreases body fat levels and lowers stress levels. Have a look at some ways you can incorporate cycling into your lifestyle.
EXPLORING THROUGH CYCLING
Half the fun of cycling is actually deciding where you want to go and what to do at your destination. If you want to venture away from the well-ridden cycling routes, aim for the countryside- the quieter roads, fresh air and scenery will bring you closer to nature and make you realise how fun bike riding can be. Pack a picnic and set up camp to rest for a couple of hours and enjoy your day out!
GYM CYCLING
Cycling at the gym is a great way to lose weight. A benefit is that you can incorporate multiple machines within your gym cycling workout and the fact that it is a low impact form of exercise means that cycling is suitable for people of all fitness levels.
Spinning, another form of cycling exercise at the gym is also highly recommended. Joining a class will mean extra motivation and the varying levels of tension mean that you can build on your endurance.
CYCLING EVENTS
If your competitive streak is after a challenge, why not sign up for a cycling event? These can range from flat or hilled terrains and are based on your levels of ability. The training for the event will serve as a fantastic form of exercise, and the sense of pride you will feel after taking part in the event will be so worth it!
CYCLING TO WORK
One of the most attractive reasons behind cycling is that you can merge it together with your daily commute. Cycling to work means that you are twice as fast as a car in traffic, you are helping the environment and saving on fuel or transport costs plus you travel around three times as fast as walking for the same amount of energy. A middle-aged cyclist is typically as fit as someone ten years younger so get on your bike!
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