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What are the Benefits of Biking to Work?

Some people will never have any desire to make cycling their hobby, and that’s okay. Others, however, are on the cusp of getting into the practice of daily riding. They only need some added motivation. This post is for them. Here are some of the best benefits of biking to work every day. Benefits of Biking to Work Health – Biking is beneficial for your body and brain. It burns calories on the way to building your endurance and strength. On top of that, it’s like meditation in motion for your brain, allowing you to feel more focused and less stressed. When surveyed, men who increased their daily bike commute saw improvements to their mental health, including reaction time, memory, and creative thinking. Safety – Believe it or not, biking involves less danger that driving or even than walking. In California, a pedestrian has a nearly 4 times greater chance…
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5 Safety Secrets for Cycling on Rural Roads

There are unique safety secrets for cycling in any particular environment. For example, if you frequently go riding in cities, you learn how to follow traffic laws and share the road with motorists and pedestrians. Cycling on rural roads has its own safety challenges. Here’s how to stay safe in these areas. 5 Safety Secrets for Cycling on Rural Roads Don’t rely on drivers seeing you: A large portion of drivers on rural roads are just passing through. After hours on the road, many motorists are drowsy and oblivious. Don’t count on drivers noticing you. Instead, avoid riding in the center of your lane, and rely on your own vigilance to prevent an accident. Check behind you: Make a habit of looking over your shoulder before every intersection or fork. It’s common for drivers to pass cyclists and then turn into them as they change directions to turn. You can…
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6 Signs That Cycling Is Paying Off

There are numerous reasons why people start riding bikes. Maybe you got into cycling to get fit, train for long rides, or commute to work. Whatever the reason, the benefits are generally the same. You should start to feel a little healthier and a little richer. 6 Signs Cycling is Paying Off You’re travelling farther. After a few months of riding, you should look back to see how far you used to ride when you first started. Chances are you’re going much farther now. You’re sleeping better. If all is going well, cycling should be helping you sleep like a baby swaddled in silk clouds. However, overtraining can sometimes make sleep harder than no training at all, so be careful. You feel happier. Cycling, similar to any exercise, releases endorphins. Endorphins are known to lift mood and alleviate fatigue. If you’re riding a bike regularly, you should start feeling less…
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