{"id":57074,"date":"2018-10-10T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-10-09T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/blog\/uncategorized\/cycling-lose-weight\/"},"modified":"2018-10-10T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2018-10-09T22:00:00","slug":"cycling-lose-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/blog\/discover\/cycling-lose-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"Cycling to Lose Weight \u2013 Does It Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cycling to lose weight? Yes, of course. To start, it\u2019s low-impact, doesn\u2019t put much pressure on your joints and can be done outside or with friends\u00a0\u2013 making it the perfect sport<\/strong> no matter your age or current state of fitness.<\/p>\n

So how exactly does it help you lose weight?<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s magic for your metabolic rate<\/h2>\n

Even a short stint in the saddle can help your slimming efforts go a long way. According to<\/a> health and fitness website LIVESTRONG, cycling between 12-14 mph for just half an hour can help a 175-pound person lose a whopping 346 calories<\/strong>. At a faster pace of 14-16 mph you can torch 420 calories.<\/p>\n

Your bike itself doesn\u2019t have to be moving for your body to feel the burn, either. On a stationary bike, the same person can lose 451 calories (again, in 30 minutes) with a bit of effort, while someone of average weight can burn a staggering 826 calories in one hour. The trick is to pound that pedal<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 the faster your legs are whirring, the more calories you\u2019re burning.<\/p>\n

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It increases your heart rate<\/h2>\n

As your heart pumps faster during exercise, it transports more oxygen to your muscles<\/strong>, which then work harder and burn more fat.<\/p>\n

Cycling is a wonderful way to power-up your pulse. It\u2019s a low-impact activity that doesn\u2019t put much strain on your limbs, so you\u2019re able to go further and for longer, keeping that circulation flowing fast.<\/p>\n

Regular bike rides will ultimately make your heart stronger<\/strong>, which has myriad benefits. A shocking study<\/a> published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) in 2017 showed that regular cycling cut the risk of death from ailments by more than 40%\u2013 and cancer and heart disease, specifically, by 45%.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019ll slim you down and tone you up<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re patient and consistent with your cycling, pairing your efforts in the bike seat with a good nutritional plan, you\u2019ll lose weight<\/strong> \u2013particularly as the sport works your \u2018slow-twitch fibres\u2019. These fibres increase your muscles\u2019 endurance, but not their mass\u00a0\u2013 therefore, you shouldn\u2019t bulk up as you bike, giving you a leaner look.<\/p>\n

That doesn\u2019t mean your muscles won\u2019t get the workout they need. Cycling focuses on your hamstrings, quadriceps and calf muscles<\/strong> in particular\u00a0\u2013 contributing to more toned and stronger legs\u00a0\u2013 along with your bum, waist, abs and back. Not bad for a quick spin around the block.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s a lifelong love story<\/h2>\n

The key to keeping your weight down is to maintain good exercise and eating habits\u00a0\u2013 and it\u2019s incredibly easy to fit cycling into your routine<\/strong>. Use your bike to commute to work, explore your local park, enjoy a sunny evening, run errands, and connect with friends\u00a0\u2013 before long, you\u2019ll wonder how you ever managed life without it.<\/p>\n

Sounds good to you? Hop into the bike seat and spin your way to slimness at one of our EVO gyms today\u00a0\u2013 click here<\/a> to find your local club.<\/em><\/p>\n

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