I loved riding my bike as a kid. After
school we got together to ride bicycle and talk about what happened at school,
our worries, our dreams. Bike riding kept us healthy, busy and happy. As an
adult I realize bike riding offers many benefits for the body, as well as for
the spirit. Bicycling is a good cardiovascular exercise that could increase the
health of your heart. A bike with several speeds will allow you to increase you
fitness level as your cardiovascular function improves.
Bicycling is kind to the joints. Bike
riding offers exercise without pain. Check that the seat height on your bike is
adjusted to allow your legs full range of motion with each revolution. Bicycling
whips those leg muscles into shape. For muscular endurance, stick to a flat
terrain, but adjust the speed of the bike as your strength improves. To avoid
cramping, stretch thoroughly before and after each bike ride.
Bicycling increases your balance. Learning
to ride a bike is all about staying upright. Maintaining that balance
strengthens the core muscles of the abdominal region. The lower back is also
kept pain free by a strong balanced core.
Bike Repair and Maintenance
Keeping your bicycle at its optimum
performance is basic for receiving the benefits of bike riding and riding
safely. Brake system: Check that brake cables are not broken, brake pads should
be in good condition and brake handles should work properly. Check the brake
caliper.
If the tire is all right consider
changing the tire tubes. Consider cushioned seats.
Prepare a small bicycle bag with
tube patches or air filler, tools that can help in case you need to change a
broken bicycle part when riding. Is recommended to have a frame bicycle pump. Other
bicycle parts to check: bicycle chain, pedals, bike stand, handles grips,
Riding a bike is not just for kids. The
physical benefits increase as you get older. Besides, bike riding is just plain
fun.
