ARE you looking to take up a hobby that will get you outdoors while providing a fantastic workout? How about mountain biking?
It is a hobby many Malaysians are taking up as evidenced by the proliferation of biking clubs as well as specialist shops. Here are a few of the top benefits of taking up this hobby.
Get the juices flowing
The very nature of mountain biking requires you to tackle challenging terrain, often involving uphill climbs.
There will also be moments when you will be required to sprint. Major muscle groups such as hamstrings, calf muscles and quadriceps are called into action, requiring the heart to pump more oxygenated blood.
Muscle building
Mountain bikers utilise every muscle in their body. Riding over rough terrain will require plenty of upper body strength, which builds strong arms.
Abdominal muscles are strengthened when you maintain balance when negotiating tricky terrains. The pedal motion tones quads, glutes, calves and hamstrings, giving you a holistic workout.
Easy on the joints
Make no mistake, mountain biking is a strenuous sport. But compared to hiking, jogging or even walking, being on a mountain bike places a lot less stress on the joints, especially on the knees and hips.
It is the suspension of the bike that will absorb most of the impact, allowing you to enjoy a good workout without stressing the joints too much.
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