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Of the people I know who stayed in good cardiovascular shape as they've aged, many are transportation cyclists, as I am. This is not a coincidence. Some people
by btrettel 9y ago
Of the people I know who stayed in good cardiovascular shape as they've aged, many are transportation cyclists, as I am. This is not a coincidence.
Some people I've talked to seem to think exercising as much as I do requires superhuman willpower. The opposite is true in this case. It's much easier to get exercise if it's an unavoidable part of your day. I don't own a car, so cycling just happens on its own. If I need a car or truck I can easily rent one. Even in the bike-hostile US one can plan to make this lifestyle possible.
- m_fayer 9y agoI also cycle to work and in addition to being good exercise, you also get to experience some fun wizzy speed, wind in your hair, and fresh air. I arrive at work energized and cheerful, even if it's cold or rainy out. If I commute to work, packed into stuffy metal tubes with a bunch of cranky phone readers, I'm cranky and tired myself by the time I'm there.
- maxxxxx 9y agoThe best about bike commuting is that you get a connection to the weather and and the air around you. I have to commute by car now and I feel like I am losing touch with my environment.