{"id":177315,"date":"2020-03-30T12:58:59","date_gmt":"2020-03-30T12:58:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/?p=177315"},"modified":"2020-03-30T12:58:59","modified_gmt":"2020-03-30T12:58:59","slug":"5-reasons-we-love-indoor-cycling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/2020\/03\/30\/5-reasons-we-love-indoor-cycling\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons We Love Indoor Cycling\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re currently considering extending your winter regime, excitedly unpacking your first turbo trainer or just hopping on the old stationary bike in the basement for the first time in years \u2013 there is plenty to get excited about. A great way to burn major calories, keep your body toned and strong, and clear your mind, you\u2019ll soon discover the many reasons why indoor cycling has developed such a loyal fan base.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Due to the fact that you\u2019re in a controlled environment, indoor training really allows you to explore your limits and focus on hitting your pace or working in desired intervals without having to worry about interruptions or distractions. At the same time, it can just be a nice way to carve out a quick 20-minute spin that is all about you. No matter what kind of ride you\u2019re looking for, here are five reasons we love indoor cycling!<\/p>\n

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It’s accessible to all fitness levels<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re totally new to the sport of cycling or are a competitive professional, you can get a wicked workout on an indoor bike. If you already have a bike, putting together the indoor setup is fairly easy, meaning that even if you can\u2019t get outside \u2013 there\u2019s little standing between you and that euphoric post-ride rush. You can also take on whatever kind of challenge you\u2019re feeling up to depending on the day. From working towards your training goals to exploring new roads on an interactive digital platform, it\u2019s all about making the ride fun and fulfilling for you.<\/p>\n

It allows you to really tune in to your body<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When cycling indoors, you can easily craft a diverse and challenging ride for yourself with little risk of injury. Even when you\u2019re sprinting, the chances of hurting yourself on an indoor bike are extremely low. You\u2019re also free from any of the potential hazards outdoors, so you can really tune in to your movements and focus 100 % on how your body feels and the way your muscles respond at different points in the ride. You can also easily take a break whenever needed, no need to worry about bonking when you are miles away from home.<\/p>\n

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You can customize your experience every time you ride<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You have complete control over the experience of riding a bike inside. Sure, you don\u2019t get the freedom of the open road but you also don\u2019t have to deal with unexpected traffic jams, unpredictable drivers, off-leash dogs, and broken pavement. You can also safely fill your ears with whatever sounds make you ride at your best. Blaring your favourite tunes while crushing a workout is a fun and empowering experience. Enjoy creating a playlist that motivates you to push through the tougher parts of your workout and offers some more chilled out melodies to cool down with.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s great for overall health and stress relief<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Just like cycling outdoors, indoor training provides fantastic benefits for your lungs and heart, making it one of the top cardiovascular activities. You\u2019ll also be strengthening your whole body \u2013 in particular, your glutes, hamstrings, calves, and triceps. By practising good posture while you ride indoors, you\u2019ll also be building core and back strength. And perhaps most importantly right now, getting on the bike allows you to zone out in the safety of your own home and provide yourself with some much-needed stress relief. As you focus on your ride, the tension melts away and you\u2019ll be left with a boost of endorphins and a stronger body and mind.<\/p>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n

There\u2019s an awesome community!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The cycling community is a strong, diverse, and inspiring group of people \u2013 and you can be part of it even while riding at home. In fact, for some people who are newer to the sport, it can actually be less intimidating to engage with other cyclists remotely. Whether that\u2019s through interactive platforms like Zwift, or simply sharing the workout you did on a social media group and getting advice and feedback from others, you\u2019re never alone (unless you want to be, of course).<\/p>\n

In times when many of us are forced to rethink how we incorporate cycling into our daily schedules, we have a great opportunity to step back and appreciate the community we\u2019ve helped to build and are a part of. Whether you\u2019ve always loved riding indoors or are trying it out for the first time, let\u2019s come together to celebrate the fact that we can still rely on the sport we love to get us through any challenges that life throws our way!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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