It seems that advances in science and technology have made life easier for people: transport that takes us where we want to go, machines, appliances and gadgets that make work easier. In particular, with the advent of the Internet, almost everything can be done online: reading, studying, banking online, and even shopping. However, the ease of life has made more people live a sedentary lifestyle.

Living a sedentary lifestyle generates health problems for people such as obesity, cardiorespiratory diseases, stress and diabetes, among others. Realizing the need for a more active lifestyle, more people are now participating in health and fitness programs to improve their health conditions and stay fit.

People who exercise regularly testify that they perform much better at work. They are often found to have a better disposition in life. Maybe it’s because of the fact that when people exercise, they not only sweat out all the toxins and burn all those calories in their body, but they also release all the stress they experience at home, school, or work. Through a good cardio workout, the force of oxygen to the brain somehow clears the head, improves blood circulation, and therefore releases a lot of that tension in the muscles. A good cardiovascular exercise that you might want to try is cycling or biking outdoors.

Cycling is a low-impact exercise that doesn’t put too much stress on your joints, unlike running, walking, and weight training. This means that with cycling, you can have a longer exercise time, which translates to more calories burned than running or jogging.

However, some people are afraid to try cycling for exercise. Among their fears are:

· There may not be a bike that can hold me.

· I may look awkward as I am not good at riding a bike.

I am afraid to go out on the road.

These problems are not real problems, really. There are bikes for serious riders and bike shops can help you with the bike that’s right for you. When you are afraid of looking uncomfortable or falling, you can practice riding your bike inside your garden until you have the confidence to ride further away from home. You can practice in your nearby park where there is less traffic. As you continue to practice, you will find yourself becoming more confident about riding your bike. The funny thing is that you can travel with your friends and family.

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