The benefits of riding a bike

When you think of bike riding you usually think of all the fond memories you had riding a bike when you were younger. Maybe it was something you did for fun as a child or maybe you are just getting into bike riding now, either way, it’s something that’s great to do not only for fun but also for your health. In this blog, we will go through some of the benefits of riding a bike.

Health

If you were looking at starting bike riding for your health then this is a great place to start. Bike riding is amazing at reducing your risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, arthritis, mental health issues, and even cancer. It is great for all ages and fitness levels as it can be modified for each individual. If you were a beginner you could start riding your bike on a flat surface and start off slow whereas if you were more advanced you could start planning different tracks you wish to ride, you can involve hills, and slopes and decide the distance and speed you’ll go. Unlike other forms of exercise, riding your bike is low impact which means there would be less chance of injuries and strains while still continuing to be a great muscle workout along with benefiting your stamina and cardiovascular fitness level.

Save Money & Time

When you replace driving a car with riding a bike places, you are saving on fuel/public transport costs and depreciation of your vehicle. If you decide to replace your car with the bike full time then you are saving on fuel, insurance, rego, depreciation, and maintenance on the car. Those costs can add up quickly and aren’t good for your pockets afterward.

While you save money, you can also save time! Because you are riding a bike, you aren’t getting stuck in that horrible daily commute traffic most people do in the morning or afternoon. Obviously, this would depend on how far your work/school is but most of the time, this alternative could shave minutes off your commuting time.

Helping The Environment

While you are taking care of your health, you are also taking care of the environment’s health. Making the switch to a bike will mean using minimal fossil fuels and it also means you won’t be adding to the earth’s air pollution with your mode of transportation. It would also reduce the number of emissions because of less congestion on the road. With all this in mind, why not give the earth a break and take your bike instead?

Because of all these reasons, it’s easy to see why riding a bike is the first choice for many. So why not look start looking for your next bike today and enjoy all these benefits and more? If you need assistance finding your next bike, have a look at our website or contact and we will be happy to help you find the bike that suits all of your needs.