5 Reasons Why You Should Join The Bike Boom

Gyms closed?

But the roads are still open.

Recently, there has been a rise of cyclists or what we call a "bike boom" as bicycle sales were also increasing.

You probably already know that cycling is good for you - it's just an exercise like any other, right? But did you know that cycling offers a whole lot more health benefits other than the physical gains?

So, if you are still undecided on whether you should join the bike boom, here's why you should:

1. Increase in Brainpower

Studies have confirmed that exercise boosts brainpower and improves cognitive functions, and helps to prevent Alzheimer’s in the elderly. Aside from the seniors that benefit, kids are also positively impacted by cycling—and that exercise can help improve their attention time span.

2. Faster Recovery

A 2018 study found that elderly patients with knee pain and osteoarthritis actually improved their condition when cycling was introduced to their routines, proving that as we get older, taking time to exercise - even just riding a few minutes a day - can be hugely beneficial.

3. Boost in Heart Health

As your love for cycling grow, so does your heart health! A study in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise spent five years looking at the activity of 1,500 subjects. Those who were active on a daily basis were 31% less likely to develop high blood pressure.

Another 2018 study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that getting in a hard workout can lower high blood pressure as much as prescription meds can. Don’t ditch your meds just yet, but do consider adding more sweaty rides to your training plan with the approval of your doctor.

4. Weight Loss

Of course, with regular cycling, weight loss is one of the big benefits. The keyword is 'regular'. When it comes to weight loss and fat loss, diet is a very important component as well. But a lot of studies and science have shown that exercise is helpful too.

Studies have shown that older, diabetic women could only drop visceral fat (harmful fat that can increase risk of heath problem such as heart attack, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes) if exercise, along with diet, was introduced into their routine. And, a 2015 study published in the Journal of Hepatology also found that aerobic exercise (like cycling) helped overweight and obese participants drop visceral fat.

5. Sexier Vibes

Yes! The moment we can look forward too: A survey of 600 men and women commissioned by The British Heart Foundation found that cyclists were perceived as 13 percent more intelligent and cooler than other people, and a whopping 23 percent said a cyclist would be their preferred blind-date athlete.

With today's digital age, it's quite hard to remove the kids from their mobile devices, isn't it? So it's time bring your family out for a ride, enjoy the outdoors or maybe... even a fun day at the pool with these water guns for kids for a change!