Cycling is not only suitable for active young people, but it is also a good choice for older adults who want to maintain physical fitness, improve memory, and extend their lifespan, according to the Indian health website Onlymyhealth .
According to Aman Puri, a nutritionist working in India, cycling every day can extend lifespan by improving cardiovascular, respiratory, bone and joint, and muscular health, while also enhancing overall physical fitness.
Positive effects on respiration
Regular cycling helps train the heart and lungs to function more efficiently.
Increasing lung capacity allows the body to absorb and utilize oxygen more effectively, improving blood circulation and supporting easier breathing.
Improved blood circulation helps the heart work more easily, reduces stress on the heart, and helps regulate blood pressure.
Cycling is not only suitable for active young people, but it is also a good choice for older adults who want to maintain physical fitness, improve memory, and prolong life.
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Cycling helps keep the body flexible.
The movement of the legs, hips, and knees while pedaling activates large muscle groups such as the quadriceps, glutes, calves, and hamstrings. This leads to increased joint flexibility, reduced muscle stiffness, and improved stability during movement.
People who cycle regularly tend to have better balance, more flexibility, and are less likely to suffer injuries in their daily lives.
Weight loss support
When the body exercises, metabolism speeds up, more calories are burned, and the body tends to use stored fat for energy. This is a natural way to reduce fat without putting pressure on the joints like some other sports .
Good for bones and joints
For the elderly or those with bone and joint problems, cycling is a gentle yet effective exercise.
The steady movement of the knees during pedaling helps stimulate the secretion of synovial fluid, reducing inflammation and pain, while maintaining lubrication during movement.
Strengthening the muscles around the joints helps improve stability in the hips, knees, and ankles.
Boost morale
Cycling helps reduce the risk of injury and improve the quality of life for older adults.
In addition, regular cycling helps reduce cortisol levels (a stress hormone in the blood).
Improve cognitive function
In the long term, cycling also helps improve brain function by improving blood flow and providing sufficient oxygen to nerve cells.
Regular physical activity can stimulate nerve growth factor, support the formation of new brain cells, and improve the ability to regenerate neural connections.
This is an important factor that helps older adults maintain their memory and thinking abilities and reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's or dementia.
However, avoid cycling too fast or for too long at once to prevent injury to your joints and muscles.
According to experts, each cycling session should last about 30 minutes, and should be done 4 to 5 times a week to achieve noticeable results.
Beginners and older adults should also gradually increase the duration and intensity of their workouts depending on their physical condition.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/dap-xe-co-giup-tang-tuoi-tho-khong-18525072409472063.htm
