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Bodybuilding, Calisthenics | Gymnastics, Exercises, Fat Loss, Flexibility, Functional Exercise, Strength
Cycling Will Not Make You Physically Fit
As cycling explodes in popularity, reflected by Peloton’s IPO, SoulCycle’s intended IPO, and Amazon semi-joining in, it’s important to know that cycling in itself does not build a well-rounded body. In fact, it does the opposite. Cycling is an example of exercises that break the body down, rather than build it up. And this is not primarily because of the endurance aspect, as not all cycling workouts are high duration, especially not those held in corporate gym cycling studios. The degenerative risks associated with cycling are built into the movement pattern itself. Improper Form Any experienced personal trainer and, certainly, any decent physical therapist should be able to ascertain with…