Why is cycling good for you?

Cycling is mainly an aerobic activity so your heart, blood vessels and lungs all get a workout. You breathe deeper, perspire and have a higher body temperature, which improves your overall fitness level, and it’s low impact so it’s easy on your joints.

How can KBPT personal trainers help you to become a better cyclist?

We work with newbie cyclists, triathletes and in-betweeners to increase their cardio fitness, get stronger and burn calories on their bikes. We can create a bespoke personal training programme for you, which might include:

• What to think about when buying a bike and how to set it up
• Where to go spinning and how to have the correct form (you’ll be top of the class in no time!)
• How to train for specific cycling events and races, whether it’s a short track race or the 40km leg of a triathlon
• Strength and flexibility advice, specifically for cycling
• How to increase your cycling speed – get up those hills and round those bends even faster
• Advice about avoiding injuries when cycling

Benefits of cycling:

• Cycling is an excellent aerobic workout that strengthens your heart, improves circulation, and reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
• It mainly works your legs – glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves, but also engages your core and even upper body when climbing or balancing.
• Unlike running, cycling is low-impact and gentler on your joints, making it ideal for people with joint concerns or recovering from injury.
• Regular cycling can help burn calories, boost metabolism, and support fat loss when combined with a balanced diet.
• Moderate, consistent cycling has been shown to improve immune function and reduce the risk of some illnesses.
• Cycling outdoors, or even on a stationary bike, can reduce cortisol levels and boost endorphins, helping to lift your mood.
• Exercise like cycling enhances brain function, sharpens memory, and may even help prevent age-related decline.
• Reaching cycling goals, like distance or speed targets can increase self-esteem and motivation in other areas of life.
• Cycling is a green mode of transport that reduces carbon emissions and helps ease urban traffic congestion.
• Bikes cost less to buy and maintain than cars or public transport in the long run.