Famous cyclist Kevin Weiss developed a love for cycling when this parent gifted him with a yellow Schwinn bicycle. Weiss enjoyed his bike until, at 16, his parents told him to learn driving. Then, “I spent many years after that watching my midriff expand, my blood pressure skyrocket, and my cholesterol elevate.” He further recall: “The same person who used to ride a bicycle for hours at a time couldn’t walk a flight of stairs without getting winded. So, my doctor advised me that it was certainly time to start exercising.”
Weiss got his bike right out of the basement of his parent’s house and fixed it. “I remembered the joy I had missed for so long,” he shares, “I was instantly hooked all over again. The sense of freedom and power was just as exhilarating as eve.” “Get out and exercise,” he adds, “the health benefits are enormous and you’ll feel much better and be happier person.”
Cycling on a regular basis does wonders for the body. It
Helps you shed unwanted weight – Several cycle rides increase calorie consumption and raise the metabolism rate, which can help people to lose excess pounds.
Improves strength and stamina – Riding a bike doesn’t exhaust your energy, instead it renews it. You literally feel strengthened.
Reduces cholesterol level in your blood – Cycling reduces the risk of colon cancer and can also protect against diabetes because the active outburst of muscle strength lessens the cholesterol content in the blood.
Generates cardio-vascular fitness – Cycling is actually as effective as drugs in lowering both blood pressure and the heart rate, reducing the chances of heart failure and stroke. Hence, cyclists are healthier than the average motorist and can expect to live longer.
Improving balance and coordination – There is a reduced chance of accident because of improvements n both strength and coordination, minimizing the risk of falls, fractures and injuries.
Promotes psychological well-being – Cycling gives you a generally active, peaceful feeling, helping reduce stress and improving mental capacities.