This post is about the scientific proof that cycling boosts your brain function. People who cycle often do so to boost their physical health, such as by improving cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of heart diseases, and lowering blood pressure. But it’s exciting to learn that cycling also helps to build a better brain, both functionally and structurally. Here’s what science … [Read more...]
How to Choose the Right Type of Bike – Beginner’s Guide
This beginner guide for cyclists will help you to choose the right type of bike for the cycling you want to do. These descriptions of the various types of bikes will help you narrow down how to choose the right type of bike for you - whether that is a cruiser bike, a road bike, a hybrid, a mountain bike, a touring bike, an electric bike, a cyclo-cross bike, or a bike for … [Read more...]
5 Doctor’s Tips to Start Cycling Again after Knee Replacement Surgery
If you are scheduled to have total knee replacement surgery, one of the most common questions cyclists ask is: can I still ride a bike after the surgery? The short answer is yes. In fact, riding a bike is actually a great form of physical therapy following knee replacement surgery. For many people, knee replacement is a sensible option. If you are suffering from pain … [Read more...]
3 Easy Tips for Preventing Plantar Fasciitis – and 5 Simple Exercises to Cure It
This post has three useful tips for cyclists and runners on how to prevent plantar fasciitis and maintain healthy feet. And we aslo share five simple exercises to cure it. Anyone who cycles or runs regularly may develop pain or injuries. One of the worst is plantar fasciitis, which can cause enough pain to stop you cycling and running, and interfere with all of your daily … [Read more...]
The 10 Best Stretches for Cyclists
While cycling is great for general fitness, many cyclists suffer from lack of flexibility and poor posture, and many of us suffer injuries. Stretching is the best way to combat these problems. In this post, Sarah Lauzé of Dynamic Cyclist explains exactly how cyclists can maintain optimal functioning and avoid injuries with targeted stretches for … [Read more...]
