Mountain Bike Hybrid Tires
The Benefits of Bicycling for Exercise by Darrin Tebbe
The benefits of bicycling as a means of exercise are many. It is a great way to build up the strength of the lower body as well as the core section. Cycling is a great exercise to help increase your overall fitness. It is also considered low-impact, producing minimal stress to the joints, whereas running or jogging can do considerable damage over a period of time. One can increase stamina and energy, eliminate excess weight and enjoy a fitter life by setting up a cycling plan and seeing it through.
To get started in a bicycle exercise program, you will first need to acquire a good bicycle. It’s not buying the most expensive bike that counts, but more the build, fit and safety features that should be looked at closely. Bicycles are built much like cars, for on-road and off-road use, and many models today incorporate the features of both. A starter bike will run in the area of $200 to $400.
If you live in a city and plan to focus your biking regime there then getting a bike that is strictly fit for on-road use is the best bet. These bikes have light weight frames, smaller, thinner tires, and generally have more safety features built in since they are designed to be ridden in close proximity to vehicle traffic. They are built for speed and wind resistance more so than other types of bikes.
However, if you’re looking to get a bit more adventurous and hit the distant country trails then a mountain bike is the best choice. These bikes have thicker, heavier duty frames, wider tires with earth gripping treads, and are built to take abuse.
If you intend to do a little off-road as you’re breezing down the highway then a hybrid bike is right for you. These bikes are mid weight in order to give less wind resistance on the road while still being tough enough to handle some moderate off road exploring. The tires are a bit sleeker than the mountain bike but contain the knobby design to get some bite on a dirt trail.
Regardless of what type of bicycling exercise program you initiate, it’s a good idea to incorporate the use of a heart rate monitor into your workout. They can provide much needed info on how much to push yourself on the next excursion and how much rest you require in between. Some models even come with indicators of calories burned. Heart rate monitors come in several styles which can strap to your handlebars, clip onto your clothing, or the sports wrist watch style, all of which give you ease of monitoring.
About the Author
Darrin Tebbe of Bodytronics is glad to offer a variety of personal fitness electronic products, such as the Garmin Forerunner 110 GPS heart rate monitor, on the company’s website. Please visit our site or call us today.
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