Cycling  

Cycling is one of the easiest ways to maintain physical and mental health. Let's explore the numerous benefits of cycling.

Himangshu Sarma from Bajali, Assam, is running a campaign against air pollution. He travelled 1,100 km in 5 days, departing from Tikka, a village near Pathsala town in Assam, on July 21 and arriving in Jharkhand on July 26.

Cycling is a fantastic activity that promotes physical fitness, mental well-being, environmental sustainability, and social interaction, making it an excellent choice for a healthier lifestyle and a greener planet.

 

Every year, World Bicycle Day is observed on June 3. This eco-friendly mode of transportation does not only reduce the carbon footprint, but it also helps us stay active all day. Today, let’s explore the benefits of cycling.

Renu Singhi is a 58-year-old woman from Rajasthan who started her cycling career at the age of 52. Renowned as the Iron Lady of cycling, she recently completed a rigorous 125-kilometre journey from Miao to Vijaynagar.

Cardio exercises include walking, swimming, jogging, cycling, and participating in fitness classes. Aim for 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise weekly, or alternatively, engage in 75 to 150 minutes of aerobic activity.

 While many view COVID-19 as an adversity, Bengalureans have used it as an opportunity to become fitter and stronger as they have taken up cycling 

Ivanka Trump has praised Jyoti Kumari’s effort in cycling her injured father back to his native in Bihar from Haryana, an arduous 1200-km journey during the lockdown 

Two former Indian Army men who have set out on a cycle expedition were welcomed by the Vijayawada Police on their route to Vietnam. The efforts of the jawans were appreciated by the Vijayawada Police.   
 

On Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary, a number of public awareness events are scheduled to take place including a march for non violence in the Netherlands. The celebrations will commence with the cycling rally on September 29 to spread awareness about the Gandhian philosophy of simplicity and sustainability, India's Embassy  said in a statement.

From improving mental well being to strengthening your immune system, here are the top five benefits of cycling. Cycling raises your heart rate and gets the blood pumping round your body, and it burns calories, limiting the chance of your being overweight

After cancelling a meeting with the chief minister of Puducherry within 24 hours of calling for it, governor Kiran Bedi was seen cycling around Raj Nivas while the CM and his loyalists sat outside in protest. 
 

MyNation spoke to commander Deepak Varghese who peddled a distance of 1,220 kilometre in 87 hours on January 29. By doing this Varghese got the title of ‘Super Randonneur’ which means a direct entry to an international cycling event Paris-Brest-Paris. The participants of the brevet, which happens in France, should cover 1,200 km within 90 hours

Karnataka cooperation minister Bandeppa Kashempur was found learning to ride a bicycle as he planned to seek Thulja Bhavani’s blessings in Maharashtra.