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What are the Benefits of Biking to Work?

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Dudek Law Firm

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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Reach for the Stars: The Benefits of Setting High Goals for Yourself

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Dudek Law Firm

What’s your New Year’s resolution? Many of us like to set smaller, more achievable goals for ourselves. There’s nothing wrong with that; in fact, it’s important that you do set those goals. But do you know what is also hugely beneficial? Setting high goals for yourself that require a lot of hard work to achieve. Why Setting High Goals for Yourself is Crucial There are a variety of ways that you, and even those around you can benefit from your ambitious goalsetting. A few examples include: It Alters Your Expectations of Yourself – It can be harmful if your expectations for yourself are set too high, true, but it can be equally damaging, if not more so, if you expect too little of yourself. It’s important to find that middle ground, and setting higher goals than “I want to lose 10 pounds this year” can help you reach it. It…
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4 Tips for Building a Daily Riding Habit

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

We all know the benefits of a daily riding habit. You get in great shape, train for the big rides, reduce stress and build a fun daily ritual. Starting the habit is easier said than done, however. Most habits die in the first few weeks. It’s easy to give up the first time you feel tired or unmotivated. Here are some thoughts on how to make the habit stick. 4 Tips for Building a Daily Riding Habit Start small: The most common killer of New Year’s resolutions is high expectations. Many people push themselves way beyond their limits. After a few weeks, they get burnt out and quit. You don’t have to start training for a marathon right away. Just start by going for a quick ride every day. Then you can build from there. Not all rides are training: This goes along with the first point. One of the…
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