Cycling and Mental Health Archives

Exercise Shows Comparable Benefits to Therapy for Depression

February 5, 2026 at 4:47 pm2 min reading

Health & Training

Depression affects more than 280 million people worldwide, making it a leading cause of disability. While antidepressants and psychological therapy are standard treatments, a recent Cochrane Review reveals that regular physical activity, including cycling, can be just as effective. Let’s take a closer look.
Strong Friendships Might Be Your Best Anti-Ageing Tool

January 22, 2026 at 1:38 pm2 min reading

Health & Training

Cyclists often judge ageing by familiar markers: slower climbs, a higher resting heart rate, a stubborn FTP. A new study suggests we should also pay attention to something less obvious but just as powerful for health: the strength of our relationships. The people you ride…
Can Regular Cycling Really Improve Your Mental Health?

November 20, 2025 at 2:16 pm2 min reading

Health & Training

Most cyclists can tell you that a good ride can rescue a bad day. But according to new research from the University of Georgia, why you get on the bike and where and with whom you ride, may matter more for your mental health than…
World Mental Health Day: Cyclists Speaking Up, Slowing Down, and Supporting Each Other

October 10, 2025 at 5:16 pm3 min reading

Health & Training

When you ask most cyclists why they ride, you’ll hear familiar answers — freedom, fitness, friendship, headspace. But lately, more riders are talking about something deeper: mental health. From the pro peloton to local clubs, conversations around anxiety, burnout, and emotional well-being are increasingly flowing…
Finding Balance: Mental Health and Managing Nerves in Cycling by Kasia Niewiadoma

September 16, 2025 at 5:00 am3 min reading

Health & Training

Each year, the season becomes even more intense. There are always new races added to the calendar, and compared to men’s teams with around 30 riders, we usually have 15–16. With injuries or illness, that number can shrink even more, which means other riders have…
Pedal. Breathe. Repeat. A Cyclist’s Take on Mental Health

May 9, 2025 at 7:33 am3 min reading

Health & Training

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which makes it a good time to talk about something many of us experience but don’t always name: the way cycling helps us cope.
Use Cycling to Get Your Mental Health on Track

May 17, 2024 at 6:31 am4 min reading

Health & Training

Imagine feeling sharper, happier, and more energised simply by getting outside and enjoying the spring sunshine. Sounds too good to be true, right? Not necessarily. Did you know there is research suggesting that exercise can spur new brain cell growth in mature mice?
Family Cycling Matters! And Here’s Why

April 19, 2023 at 1:26 pm3 min reading

Family

Family cycling is a fun and engaging activity that offers a multitude of benefits for both the individual and the family as a whole. From promoting physical health and mental well-being to strengthening relationships and encouraging sustainable behaviour, the advantages of cycling together as a…
How Cycling Affects Your Brain

February 8, 2023 at 4:02 pm6 min reading

Health & Training

Lots of people cycle just for fun or as part of a new exercise regime to build muscle tone, assist in weight loss or improve cardiovascular health. But these are just a few of the physiological benefits of riding. Did you know it’s also great…
Is Eating Ultra-Processed Foods Ruining Your Mood?

November 4, 2022 at 1:27 pm6 min reading

Health & Training

Who doesn’t like cookies, chips or breakfast cereal? Unfortunately, evidence that they are not very good for us is mounting. A new study connects eating these types of ultra-processed foods with more adverse mental health symptoms. Let’s take a closer look to see how much…