6 benefits of cycling .

Hello, my followers and readers.

Today, I would like to mention the 6 benefits of cycling in this article. There are lots of benefits to cycling but we are going to look at only 6.

So, bugle up, and let`s ride !.

1. Cycling may help you lose weight.

Cycling habitually, especially at high intensity, can help lower your body fat level, which promotes healthy weight management.   

2. Cycling may lower your cholesterol.

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance made by the liver, and its found in the cells.

Cycling helps improves cholesterol levels, which then boosts your cardiovascular health and lowers your ricks stroke and heart attack.

3. Cycling boosts mental health and brain power

Cycling ease feeling of stress, depression, and anxiety. Cycling makes you focus on the road which then takes away the metal chatters of your day.

Research  shows that biking improves the cognitive function and well-being of  older adults 

Just 10  minutes of cycling will boost your brain performance.

Regular exercising like biking help releases the feel-good harmonies called endorphins which help you feel better and relaxed. 

4. Cycling improves balance, posture, and coordination.

As you balance your body upright while cycling it helps improves your overall balance and coordination and even your gait(the process of walking and balancing).

As one ages the balance decreases. Cycling will help improve it and reduce the risk of injury and fractures. 

5. Cycling may reduce the risks of cardiovascular diseases 

Cycling raises your heart rate,  improves cardiovascular function, and enhanced your overall fitness level.

6. Cycling is environmentally friendly.

We all are talking about climate change but have you done your part in helping to reduce climate change. Well, if you have not yet, then start cycling.

Cycling reduces your carbon footprint. Researchers in Europe found that commuting by bike one day decreases your transport carbon footprint by 67%

Cycling also reduces your chances of getting  stuck in traffic jams 

When it comes to parking spaces. You have no problem at all. There will be always space available.

Reference 

Healthline,2022.Benefits of cycling plus safety tips Healthline Media. https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness-exercise/cycling-benefits.