Cycling is not only a fun and exciting activity but a great form of exercise too.
The many benefits cycling can bring into your life are endless and if you make it a part of your lifestyle you will be pedaling yourself right into retirement. Keeping your body toned, making your heart stronger, increasing blood supply and aiding in weight loss cycling is surely one of the best forms of cardio out there. Best of all it is in-expensive and easy to do no matter if you are twenty years of age or sixty-five and retired. You can still cycle; it's just so darn easy.
I started mountain biking just over a year ago doing off-road trails and a bit of road cycling and I must say these days I can't go without my daily cycle. The refreshment and reward of any form of exercise far out way the effort needed to perform them.
I speak from personal experience and encourage all young and old to take out there old cycles dust them off and hit the road. At first i would recommend going for a leisurely ride twice to three times a week. After you become more comfortable on your rides and with your bike you could push yourself to go a bit further for a bit longer. Health benefits will soon follow and you will be astounded by the subtle transformations of your amazing body. I have seen so much change through leading an active lifestyle that my dream is to spread awareness about being healthy to everyone who is willing to listen.
One of the greatest benefits of cycling outdoors and off-road in my opinion is that it allows you to be outside in our natural element breathing in fresh air, taking in views, spending time with family or friends and letting the sun beat down on your body. Coupled with the adrenaline produced whilst navigating your way through whatever obstacles the terrain has to offer you at any moment.
Hand eye co-ordination is also improved because you have to sometimes make quick decisions which could either end in a fall which could be painful or you could successfully navigate yourself out of harm's way. These kind of quick thinking scenarios really do add an extra extreme feeling to the ride. Be warned a helmet is a great idea.
What are you waiting for go grab your bike and take it for a spin around your block, be sure to do a few stretches first and don't be shy to wear a helmet they really do save lives. Be safe and stay healthy.