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THE BENEFITS OF CYCLING<\/h2>\n

There are many benefits of cycling.\u00a0 It\u2019s better for the environment. It\u2019s great for physical fitness. Not to mention the financial big plus if your ride a bike rather than run a car. However, to coincide with\u00a0 Mental Health Awareness Week <\/a> , we\u2019re talking\u00a0 mental health benefits of cycling <\/em> .<\/p>\n

While we\u2019re not saying that going for a cycle can solve the world\u2019s mental health problems but surely, when we hear daily of stories of suicide and battles of depression, stress, anxiety and countless other conditions, if we can do something to help, we should.<\/p>\n

\u201c91% rate off-road cycling as fairly or very important for their mental health, and 90% for their physical health\u201d \u2013\u00a0 Cycling UK <\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

So here are 5 mental health benefits of cycling you might experience:<\/p>\n

1. IMPROVED SELF ESTEEM<\/h3>\n

While you might cycle to lose weight or get fitter, you\u2019ll also find confidence in yourself increase as you see what you have accomplished and what you can achieve. Read Rose\u2019s story<\/a> for her account on just how much cycling has improved her confidence.<\/p>\n

2. REDUCED STRESS<\/h3>\n

\u201cCycling is one of the most effective treatments for stress and in many cases has been proven to be as effective as medication \u2013 if not more so,\u201d explains Neil Shah, psychotherapist and director of the\u00a0 Stress Management Society <\/a> .\u00a0 Why? Well doing any form of aerobic exercise will reduce your levels of cortisol, the \u2018stress hormone\u2019 but with cycling there are a few added benefits. For example,\u00a0NICE\u00a0found that people who use active travel (e.g. cycling to work) benefitted from improved mental wellbeing compared to those who drove by car. There is also evidence to suggest exercising out door (rather than in a gym or indoors) is better for your mental health.<\/p>\n

3. A SENSE OF CALM<\/h3>\n

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No mobile phones. No work emails. No list of chores at home.\u00a0Whether it\u2019s a twenty minute commute or a whole weekend in the saddle, focusing on the pedals, balancing your bike and feeling the breeze, the fresh air or the warm glow of the sun allows you to forget everything else and concentrate only on the present. Vital respite from a world which is constantly demanding your attention in so many ways.<\/p>\n

4. PEACE AND QUIET OR FRIENDSHIP AND SUPPORT<\/h3>\n

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One of the many joys of cycling the fact you can choose how to do it. Want some time to yourself? Go it alone! Looking for a bit of\u00a0camaraderie, go out with friends or join a cycling club. Friendship can play an important fact in mental health.\u00a0 Apart from being a motivator to keep you on the bike, social interaction, finding people to talk to and feeling included can all boost your mental health.<\/p>\n

5. A BETTER ROUTINE<\/h3>\n

Make cycling a habit and you\u2019ll reap the rewards. For example, regular exercise can really help with mild to moderate depression and exercising regularly can help reduce the risk of becoming depressed. Also, cycling outdoors aids this routine building as it exposes your body to daylight; \u201cthis helps get your circadian rhythm back in sync and rids your body of cortisol, the stress hormone that can prevent deep, regenerative sleep.\u201d \u2013\u00a0Professor Jim Horne. With a better night\u2019s sleep, it\u2019ll be easier to keep your daily routine (and therefore your regular exercise) going. Forming a new habit or routine can be hard, take a look at\u00a0 How I Made Cycling A Habit <\/a> \u00a0to learn how our guest blogger, Alan H, managed.<\/p>\n

GET ON YOUR BIKE!<\/h3>\n

Now you know some of the benefits of cycling, what\u2019s stopping you?<\/p>\n

SHOP ALL BIKES<\/a><\/p>\n

NOT SURE WHERE TO START?<\/h4>\n

Have a look at our\u00a0 bike buying guide <\/a> .\u00a0Plus, you can\u00a0 contact us <\/a> \u00a0or pop into one of\u00a0 our shops <\/a> \u00a0for some friendly advice. We promise not to give you the hard sales lines!<\/p>\n

YOU\u2019VE GOT A BIKE BUT IT\u2019S NOT SEEN THE LIGHT OF DAY FOR A WHILE?<\/h4>\n

Book it in for a\u00a0 service <\/a> \u00a0to make sure it\u2019s all tickety-boo before you head out and about.<\/p>\n

MONEY IS A LITTLE TIGHT?<\/h4>\n

Remember we have\u00a0 finance options <\/a> \u00a0so you can spread the cost of your bike. Or ask your employer about a\u00a0 cycle to work scheme <\/a> \u00a0so you can enjoy tax free benefits. There is also currently a sale on Giant Bikes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

YOU\u2019RE NOT ALONE<\/h3>\n

If you need help, head to\u00a0 Mind <\/a> \u00a0or\u00a0 SAMH <\/a> \u00a0for support, advice and resources.<\/p>\n

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