Biking

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Biking

• Lisa Stone
• Central Michigan University

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• Benefits of cycling
• Bike types
• Riding tips
• Suggestions

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Benefits

• Burns calories
• Speeds up metabolism
• Helps cardiovascular system by increasing heart
  rate
  
• Reduces air pollution

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Types of Bikes

• Road, Mountain, Hybrid, Comfort, Touring
• Mountain and Comfort are most popular
• Mountain Good for off road riding, knobby tires
  to manage riding over rocks and holes. Great all
  around bike.
  
• Comfort Smoother tires with fewer gears making
  it an easy and comfortable ride.

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Riding tips

• Always wear a helmet
• Check equipment before riding
• Use hand signals
• Always walk bike over train tracks

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Suggestions

• Take it slow in the beginning
• Go at a comfortable pace
• Do not go long distances in the beginning,
  remember you have to make the trip back
  
• New riders should have a partner for safety and
  enjoyment