Thursday 13 October 2011

BIKE RIDING TO LOSE WEIGHT


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Cycling is a great way to see the outdoors,take in the fresh air, or simply get around town.It’s also an efficient way to burn excess calories, shed body fat and improves cardiovascular health. Depending on your body weight and the intensity of your ride, you will probably burn some where between 400 and 500 calories on a one hour cycling trip.
The motion of cycling, especially uphill and high intensity cycling is a great way to develop muscle and burn fat. As both the large (quadriceps and hamstring) and small (calf) muscles of the legs work, they become stronger and more developed. The beauty of developing more muscle is that it not only makes the body look leaner and stronger, but it raises the resting metabolic rate. The higher your resting metabolic rate, the more calories you burn even at rest. So eight hours after your bike ride, sitting on your couch, you’re still burning extra calories!
Cycling also works to strengthen the core region of the body, the abdominal and back muscles. A strong “core” is essential for good balance and posture, and beneficial for activities of daily living such as lifting groceries, carrying children and doing yard work.
Some cycling tips in order to get started. [...more]

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