The average bicyclist burns at least 400 calories an hour and requires calories just to keep pedaling.
The exercise of cycling supplies blood and nutrients to the muscles, discs and ligaments of the back. But, as with all exercise, it must be performed properly and in moderation.
Flexibility is important for cyclists because flexible muscles and connective tissue facilitates the ability to generate and transmit power to the pedals while maintaining an aerodynamic position on the bike.
Although the muscle of the back may not be directly involved in pedaling, they help stabilize human body on the bike and increase the energy transfer from the hip and leg muscles to the pedals.
Bicycling strengthens the hearts, helps reduce blood pressure, increases lung efficiency and keeps cyclist energy level up all day.
In cycling, as in any other athletic endeavor, the athlete’s body must have a strong, solid base.
To obtain peak performance, all human systems must be operating in concert and as a single coordinated unit.
Cycling for your muscles
