I often hear people worrying that cycling every day might not be healthy, and asking about rest days. I’ve heard this a lot with reference to their legs, and that they might be doing damage to their joints or muscles. For those without a history of leg issues or conditions, cycling every day will normally …
Leg day can be an intense workout that leaves your legs feeling fatigued and sore. After an intense leg day, you may be tempted to hop on your bike and take a leisurely ride. Cycling after leg day is a positive idea, as the exercise increases blood flow in your legs and speeds up recovery …
Ankle strength affects a lot more bodily functions than you think. From supporting your body weight to maintaining your balance, ankle strength is at work when we do most of our daily activities. That’s why you have to consider your ankles whenever you exercise. But the question is, does cycling strengthen ankles? Cycling strengthens ankle …
Many anxiety sufferers report that riding a bike is an activity that captures both the mind and body. There are so many muscles and movements you have to coordinate. You also have to use your brain to decide the best path, when, and where to turn. It is a mindful experience. There’s also the added …
Fun fact – exercising at the right intensity can do wonders for your health and fitness. To get the most out of your time, experts recommend moderate to high-intensity workouts. I know that in the past I’ve got the most out of cycling when I’ve really gone for it, and stretched myself to the max! …
It can be confusing knowing what to eat before a bike ride to lose weight. Nothing? Protein only? Light carbs? There’s conflicting advice all over the place. Here’s what the research says… For weight loss, if you are going to be cycling for an extended period, then beforehand you want to eat foods that will …
Anyone that has suffered from constipation knows that it can be more problematic than a lot of people think. I had a friend that was sometimes curled up in a fetal position holding her belly when suffering from this issue. Though it’s not a 100% remedy all by itself, cycling actually offers many surprising benefits …
If you’re looking for a good form of indoor cardio for your legs, then spinning is just about the best type of exercise you can find. Spinning helps tone all the muscles of the legs and surrounding areas, while also being extremely kind to joints such as the knee. Spinning boosts leg endurance and can …
Cycling every day is a life-changing event. It becomes a way of life. Cycling daily comes with a whole host of benefits, such as weight loss, greater energy levels, and boosts in positive hormones. In this post, I’ll look at exactly what to expect if you cycle for one hour per day. I’ll look at: …
If losing belly fat is your big goal, then indoor cycling is definitely a great choice. Indoor cycling can help turn your body into a fat-burning machine by improving your cardio, keeping you in a healthy calorie deficit, toning your core, and speeding up your metabolism. I’ve been pretty addicted to indoor cycling in its …