cycling is great! research shows cycling can make you smarter
Lose weight, recover, become smarter, rise to the top of life as a tall, rich, and handsome man marrying a beautiful and wealthy woman—this is just the beginning. Let's see how cycling keeps you youthful and energetic.
In 2007, Charles Hillman's research found that exercise can enhance brain power and delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease. In the same year, Phil Tomporowski discovered that children are more active when cycling, which has significant implications for intervening in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
A recent study shows that elderly people with knee pain or arthritis can improve their physical fitness through cycling. The study indicates that as we age, spending time exercising—even just short daily rides—has significant benefits.
Cycling also helps strengthen cardiovascular function, not just because you enjoy it (though that's an essential factor). The Journal of Sports Medicine and Science conducted a five-year study on 1,500 subjects, showing that those who exercise daily are 31% less likely to develop hypertension.
A survey by the British Heart Foundation of 600 men and women found that cyclists scored 13% higher in intelligence and coolness compared to other groups. Additionally, in a survey on which type of athlete people would like to date, cyclists accounted for 23%, so who says cyclists are always single!
Lose weight
Regular cycling helps with weight loss. Don't be too surprised; it's true, but it requires long-term commitment. Media often suggest that controlling diet is the only way to lose weight, but science proves otherwise. A recent study shows that elderly women with diabetes can only lose visceral fat through exercise and diet control. This is also true for young women.
Maintaining a healthy weight, regular exercise, and conscious diet control (eating more green vegetables, lean protein, and healthy grains) all effectively reduce your risk of cancer. The Journal of the American Medical Association followed 14,000 men and concluded that those who maintain a healthy lifestyle have a lower risk of lung and colorectal cancer in middle age.
Enhance self-esteem
Regular exercise can boost your self-esteem. The next time you post a cycling selfie, share your Strava data, or complete a tough workout, your body will release a lot of hormones that make you feel good about yourself and accepted by the world.
According to a study of former Tour de France riders, cycling indeed makes them live longer. Professional cyclists have an average lifespan of 81.5 years, compared to 73.5 years for the general population, a difference of 17%. Another study shows that even regular bicycle commuting can increase lifespan by 3 to 14 months.
So what are you waiting for? Go cycling!
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