Oxygen and circulation Health Benefits of Cycling
It is widely acknowledged that cycling is one of the best
ways for people to achieve good health and fitness and it is one of the fastest
growing sports in the world.
Cycling regularly to work (and by extension, to school and
on other regular journeys) has been shown to be the most effective thing an
individual can do to improve health and increase longevity.
Immune System
The immune system serves to protect the body from infections
and diverse systemic disease. Studies show that the moderate activity such as
Cycling strengthens the immune system and thus contributes to a health life. It
can also increase activity against tumor cells assisting the prevention of the
related illness.
Oxygen is vital for all biological organisms and the basic
prerequisite for the respiratory processes of humans. Respiration is often
impaired by adiposity and lack of exercise. Among other things, regular
physical activity strengthens the respiratory muscles, which leads to improved
ventilation of the lungs and thus has a positive effect on oxygen exchange.
Enormous positive health effects can be achieved in energy uptake and
processing, through moderate cycling.
Muscles
Humans have several hundred muscles, which have to be used
regularly in order to maintain fitness and health. A weak of inactivity reduces
the strength of the muscular system by up to 50% and can harm them long term.
This is particularly true for older people as aging causes muscles to shrink.
During cycling, most of the muscles are activated. The leg muscles are
responsible for peddling movement: the abdomen and back muscles stabilize the
body on the cycle and cushion external influences; and the shoulder-arm
muscular system supports the body at the handlebars. All this trains and
tightens up to the muscular system, making it stronger and able to function
efficiently.
Heart and cardiovascular diseases
The heart is one of the most important organisms for a
healthy life but can be damaged by inactivity. Cycling is ideal for training
the heart to be stronger which results in less stress of the heart. All the
risk factors that lead to a heart attack are reduced and regular cycling
reduces the likelihood of heart attack by more than 50%.
The skeletal system
This is the body's supporting framework, held together by
muscles, tendons and ligaments. Exercise and the accompanying strain on the
skeletal system strengthen it and increases mobility. Cycling has a positive
effect on bone density and strength. Moreover, a muscular system strengthened
by cycling supports and protects the skeletal system.
Body fat and hyper cholesterol
Cycling can train the organism to use up fat reserves and
also changes the cholesterol balance, favoring the protective kind over that
which is threatening to health. As body weight reduces and cholesterol is
optimized, a protective mechanism is enabled by continuing to cycle. Regular
exercise during youth is a prevention factor against excessive body weight in
adults.
Body weight, adiposity and obesity
Cycling is ideal for targeting these problems as 70% of the
body's weight is borne by the saddle, thus enabling people who could not
otherwise move easily to exercise to increase their physical fitness and
stimulate fat metabolism. Cycling also contributes to weight reduction by
burning energy.
Spinal diseases and back pains
Posture when cycling is optimum and the cyclic movement of
the legs stimulates muscles in the lower back, where slipped discs are most
likely to occur. In this way the spine is strengthened and secured against
external stresses. In particular cycling can stimulate the small muscles of the
vertebrae which are difficult to affect through other exercise. This can help
reduce the likelihood of back pains and other problems.
Blood pressure
Moderate cycling can prevent, or at least reduce high blood
pressure and so help to avoid stroke or damage to the organs. Blood pressure is
also reduced by a lower heart rate, which is a result of regular cycling.
Joint protection
Cycling is especially good at protecting and feeding
cartilages as the support given by the bicycle means that the forces that act
as a result of body weight are significantly reduced. The circular movement of
cycling assists the transport of energy and other metabolic produces to the
cartilages, reducing the likelihood of arthritis.
Cancers
Regular physical activity has been shown to reduce the risk
of colon, breast, prostate and pancreatic cancers, and possibly lung and
endometrial cancers too.
Stamina
Cycling is especially good for aerobic exercise as the
strain on the body is less than in other endurance sports. Improved stamina
reduces tiredness and fatigue and promotes a sense of well-being.
Balance and equilibrium
Physical activity serves as a regulator to relieve the
stress that is common in current lifestyles. It produces the balance between
exertion and relaxation which is so important for the body's inner equilibrium.
Cycling is especially ideal for this process, countering stress in two ways: by
satisfying the need for activity where people lack movement or exercise; and by
balancing out increased strain, particularly mental and emotional.
Beauty and attractivenes
s
Beauty and attractiveness are much linked to body shape and
condition. Cycling can positively influence these by controlling body weight
and muscular form. Skin also benefits from the metabolic processes that are
stimulated. In addition, cycling affects physical feeling which influences the
perception of others.
Mental stress
Cycling has a considerable relaxing effect due to its
uniform, cyclic movement which stabilizes the physical and emotional functions
of the body. This counteracts anxiety, depression and other psychological
problems. The exercise also controls hormonal balance.
Physical workout
In addition to regular moderate exercise, the body benefits
from more demanding activity from time to time, which improves fitness and
provides greater diversion from everyday problems. Cycling can provide more
intensive activity as easily as by pedaling faster or harder.
Quality of life
Physical activity has a direct effect on well-being and
health. Cycling has numerous advantages that can directly affect quality of
life, as it provides benefits both physically and emotionally. Regular
exercise, taken as an integral part of daily life, is needed to permanently
enhance the quality of life.
Secondary benefits
More cycling, especially as an alternative to motor vehicle
travel, would bring substantial health benefits for society as a whole due to
improved air quality, reduced noise and danger, and greater independence for
children.
Hence, cycling is an excellent work out and must be included in our lifestyle.The connection we make with nature helps to fill the ecological void in our society. So shall we say cycle away ...Happy cycling.
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