When thinking of retirement, we often envision life slowing down, as every day becomes a Sunday. But why not take this era into a higher gear and introduce a new and exciting hobby – cycling? Not only will you have fun, but cycling has a whole range of exciting benefits that you can read about right here. Put that bus pass away, because after you hear about the benefits of … [Read more...]
How Strength Training Can Boost Your Cycling Speed and Quality of Life
Many of us think that strength training is just for gym junkies and sprinters. But what about cyclists? Can strength training benefit us? This post shows that strength training is very beneficial for cyclists, and can help you to improve your stability and your cycling efficiency. More importantly, it is not just about being faster. Ultimately, strength training will enable you … [Read more...]
How Cycling to Lose Weight Saved Phil’s Life – Heartwarming Video
Phil Jones used to be a morbidly obese man. His doctor told him he had fatty liver disease and had only a short time to live. Watching the 2012 Summer Olympics in London on TV, he found himself sobbing as he thought this would be his last Olympics. But he was also deeply moved by watching Sir Chris Hoy, Olympic track cyclist, carrying out the British flag as ambassador for the … [Read more...]
7 Steps to Lose Weight Cycling
This post describes 7 steps to lose weight by cycling. Cycling burns a lot of calories, and can be sustained for long periods of time because it is so much fun. And because cycling is a low-impact exercise, you can start cycling even if you are very overweight. Many people have lost impressive amounts of weight with the help of cycling, and you could become one of … [Read more...]
Why are Mountain Bike Sales Soaring? Health Benefits of Mountain Bikes
Mountain bike sales are soaring worldwide. The latest figures show bicycle sales of 15-20 million units in the United States alone – and mountain bikes sales were the most popular category. Other studies indicate the value of the global mountain bike industry will reach nearly US$7 billion by 2024. So what is it about rough terrains, rocky outcrops, and hilly roads that … [Read more...]
