Two for One! How often does THAT happen?

 

We've been talking about sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) and ways to slow your biological (vs chronological) aging for the last couple of posts. A friend of mine mentioned how he cycles almost everywhere he goes and it turns out that he is really onto something.

A little research shows that one of the best ways for us older folks to stay active is by riding a bike. So why is cycling so good for you, especially if you’re creeping into old(er) age? Well, there are a number of reasons why cycling is a healthy activity.

It boosts your immune system, lowers stress levels, helps keep the weight off, leaves you feeling more energized (not tired) and supports your heart health. It also helps build muscle and improve cognitive health. And if you need any more motivation, studies show it also boosts your, let us say, libido.

So cycling combats both sarcopenia and biological aging. Read more here. How often do you get two for one?