The Dhaka Times Desk A bicycle revolution has taken place in Bangladesh. In many places, young people ride bicycles in groups. Many cycling clubs continue their activities. Almost all of us have ridden a bicycle. Some like it, some need it. But many of us have no idea about the benefits of cycling. If you know, you can clearly understand the need for cycling. Let's find out what cycling can do for us...
Reduces fat:
According to an issue of the journal Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, regular cycling gives obese people an 85 percent chance of regaining their normal weight. Conversely, those who drive to work are much more likely to be obese, at about 61 percent. These data clearly indicate the effectiveness of cycling. Regular cycling reduces excess fat and keeps the body healthy. And those who are of normal weight are less likely to gain weight. According to a study by the British Journal of Sports Medicine, 20 km per hour. Biking at speed burns about 500 to 550 calories per hour. This huge energy expenditure naturally leads to weight loss.
Decreased chances of heart disease:
Regular cycling keeps heart, lungs and blood pressure normal. The amount of oxygen in the body increases, so the heart is healthy. Along with weight loss, the amount of cholesterol in the blood decreases, resulting in normal blood pressure. It reduces the possibility of heart disease. Cycling 35 kilometers a week reduces the risk of coronary heart disease by more than 50 percent.
Reduced risk of diabetes:
Regular cycling lowers the risk of type-2 diabetes by keeping blood pressure, cholesterol and body weight at a healthy level.
Helpful in muscle building:
Cycling is a good exercise because it involves movement of all parts of the body. Regular cycling strengthens the lower thigh, calf and back muscles. It shapes the thighs, calves and hips. Besides, the knee joints and other joints of the feet are strengthened. The possibility of arthritis is also reduced.
Good for skin:
The body sweats a lot while cycling. Sweating removes waste from the body. It keeps the skin and body healthy.
Mental cheerfulness:
Cycling brings joy to the mind. Cycling releases feel-good hormones endorphins into the blood. So riding a bicycle in the open air brings peace to the mind, the mind feels good. Endorphins also reduce stress. A child's confidence increases when he rides a bicycle. Cycling is therefore helpful in overall development of the child.
Let's take a look at the benefits of cycling:
- Helps to stay healthy
- Reduces fat
- Increases appetite
- Useful for patients with respiratory problems
- Gives strength
- Helps prevent aging
- Increases immunity
- Brings mental cheerfulness
- Prevents many diseases including heart disease, diabetes
With so many benefits, we must do cycling. Cycle as much as you can. In other countries, people have known this for a long time. Recently, the tide of cycling has started in Bangladesh. No matter what age you are, use a bicycle to commute. Cycle at least a little bit every day. It will help you stay healthy. But ride very carefully on the road. Take utmost care to avoid accidents.
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