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Now Is the Time to Buy a Bike
If you're looking for a new ride, now is the time to buy a bike. Just like car dealers, bicycle shops want to move their stock of 2009 models before the new 2010 bikes arrive. This means nice bikes are priced to sell.
Brain Bike Sharpens Your Mind, Tires Your Legs
Cardio is good for our hearts, muscles, and circulation, but because it's so repetitive, it can get boring fast. People help pass the time by listening to their iPods, watching TV or movies, reading magazines and books, and I've even seen someone knitting on the treadmill.
Now there's a new way to help you forget you're exercising.
Need a Challenge? Step Up to the Nimbus Ultimate Wheel
You started with a tricycle, then you moved to a regular two-wheel bike. Learning to ride a unicycle seems like the next step, right? If you agree, then check out the Nimbus Ultimate Wheel ($90).
Love Snowboarding? Then You'll Love the Sideways Bike
Riding a bike is a childhood milestone. Once you master the technique, you'll know how to ride for life. Cycling requires left-to-right balance, like walking, so it is easy to learn.
Speak Up: How Do You Feel About Wearing a Helmet While Bike Riding?
When I was a kid, there were no bike helmets – just wind in my hair. Unfortunately bike accidents can mean head injuries, and that's why helmets are encouraged today. Now that I'm a mom, I wouldn't think of letting my girls ride their bikes or trikes without a helmet.
Bike Riding and Back Pain: Part Two
Now that you have your bike set up to fit you to further prevent back, shoulder, and neck pain, you want to ride your bike correctly. These tips should help you have a smooth, pain-free ride.
- Check your pedaling technique.
Xdream Bike: Who Needs Fresh Air?
Love riding your bike outside but hate dealing with traffic, inclement weather, and bugs in your teeth? Don't worry. The Xdream is the "first indoor fitness product that accurately simulates the experience of riding outdoors."
Bike Riding and Back Pain: Part One
Bike riding is great exercise since it gets you outside into the fresh air, it works your heart and lungs, and many people find it to be easier on their bodies than running. Some people may experience pain in their lower back, upper back, and shoulders, and a lot of it has to do with their bike. Check out these tips to help prevent discomfort:
- Make sure the bike is the right style for where you plan on riding.
Green Exercise: Ride Your Bike Inside
Riding your bike is perfect exercise for your heart and a wonderful way to tone your lower body. It's also great for the environment, because it doesn't require any gas or electricity to get it going. If you live in a place where Winter means cold, ice, and snow, I'm sure you've put your bike away till the Spring, but you can still get the benefits of riding your bike without having to go outside.
Bike Tire Skins: Cool or Not?
So you've just taken the plunge and bought yourself a sweet new ride. I am not talking about a gas guzzling ride, but the calorie burning eco-friendly ride.
Problem is, your new bike seems a little boring.
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