From Bike Trail to Bike Kitchen (2)
Apart from that section, cyclists of all fitness levels will find most of the riding doable.
But you’ve been commuting to work by bike for more than a year now. So, you have the stamina and the strength to conquer those hills. Cycling is a fun way to get fit-the adventure and buzz you get from coasting down hills and being outdoors means you’re more likely to keep cycling regularly, compared to other physical activities that keep you indoors or require special tools or places.
Yes, cycling is mainly an aerobic activity. That means that your heart, blood vessels and lungs all get a workout. You seat, breathe deeper and raise your body temperature, all of which improves your overall fitness level. Cycling can improve both physical and mental health, and can reduce the chances of developing cardiovascular diseases.
As a mode of transport, cycling substitutes healthy exercise for sedentary time that would have been spent driving motor vehicles or using trains or buses. Buke commuters than any other American city.
Riding a bike is one of the most efficient ways to combine regular exercise with your everyday routine. It’s easy to fit cycling into your daily routine by riding to the shops, park, school or work.
New York has really become a biking society.
