Now that the sun has finally begun to shine ( well maybe only a little) we should all take advantage of the lighter mornings and nights and do our bit to get fit and help the environment.
Plus the Great North Bike Ride is coming up on 29th August 2010 so you still have plenty of time to get cycling and enter the ride. Want to find out more? Click here for more details and cycle your way to fitness!
Did you know cycling to work on a regular basis increases fitness by an average of 13%? Not only does it keep you fit but it has also been proven to improve your mood as well as keeping your heart healthy.
There are plenty of reasons to start cycling, here are the top ten advantages to getting back on your bike this spring.
1.Cycling increases fitness
2. Cycling helps maintain a healthy weight
3. Regular cycling provides a sense of wellbeing
4. Cycling decreases the risk of illness and cycling makes you live longer
5. Cycling is easy
6. Increased cycling means healthier air in your environment
7. Cycling is noiseless
8. Cycling increases accessibility over short distances
9. Cycling is inexpensive
10. Increased cycling means less emissions of greenhouse gases
If you would like to find out more about cycling, why not visit our cycling section?We’ve got lots of handy hints and tips for getting around Greater Nottingham.
Or why not check out The Big Track , our interactive cycle map and podcast.
