How To Bike Your Way To Fitness

When you were a child, you probably spent plenty of time getting around on
your trusty bicycle.

After you got your first car, your bike fell to the wayside. Now it's collecting dust in the back of the garage, if you still have it at all.

Now that the warmer weather is here, drag out your old bike or find yourself a new one so you can return to the fun outdoor activity that kept you fit as kid.

Benefits of bicycling for fitness include:

• A change of scenery rather than sitting on a stationery bike at home;
• Fresh air and sunshine with beneficial vitamin D;
• Aerobic activity for better heart health and circulation;
• Improved overall fitness including well-toned leg muscles; and
• Local transportation so you save on gas and protect the environment.

To get started, all you need is a stable bicycle, a helmet and sturdy sneakers. And do a few simple stretches before you ride to limber up your muscles.

Returning to one of your favorite childhood pastimes is an enjoyable way to achieve your fitness goals.