Ride Your Bike - Yoga Palm Beach

The Benefits of Bike Riding

Bike riding is a popular sport, but many of us don’t find the time to go for many rides, even if we have a bike it usually sitting in the garage somewhere collecting dust!

A thirty minute bike ride will burn up about 8 kilojoules at a social pace, or 26 kj if you ride at 25 kph or faster. Compare that to 5kj for a slow walk or 9kj for half an hour of sit ups!


So bike riding is an effective form of exercise and can be part of a fitness or weight loss program. But there are other advantages as well.

* Unlike working out in a gym, bike riding will get you out in the fresh air and into different environments. You will be able to clear your mind and relax and enjoy yourself.


* Riding outside also exposes you to sunlight which is a natural source of vitamin D.

* Bike riding isn’t very stressful on most of your body, and it’s certainly less jarring than going for a run although a medium paced jog burns a similar amount of energy.

* Bike riding can be practical. Consider riding next time you need to visit a friend or maybe even use it as a way to get to work each day. Not only will you get some exercise, you’ll save petrol money, save the environment and may even save time.

* Make it social. It’s hard to chat whilst swimming or doing aerobics, but bike riding with a friend allows for chatting and you can have a break, stop for a picnic and relax at the end.

*Riding a bike with the rush of wind in your face can give a real sense of exhileration, release endorphins and make it so you feel better.

I really enjoy bike riding but I do find my muscles tighten up, that's why it's essential to stretch before riding and after riding also. Feels great to stretch your hips, ham strings and spine especially the lower back. If you enjoy bike riding make a point of stretching.

If you would like to come to a class to stretch or practice yoga, you are welcome to leave a comment along with your details, we will contact you as soon as we can.
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Yoga Breathing Benefits - Yoga Palm Beach

Raise your arms and Inhale

We very rarely pay attention to, or give a second thought to the way we breathe. Yoga practise builds body awareness. We are taught to focus on our breath, become aware of our breath, regulate our breath and so on. As you know we can't live without breathing, not for very long at least. We can live without food or water for a few days, BUT air ... I'm afraid we need it to live.  How we breathe can have a huge impact on our life and your health. Medical studies have shown that the simple act of deep breathing can have significant health benefits. 

If we simply take a few moments to breathe deeply we can really improve our health:

Slow deep breathing helps reduce tension - If you find you are super stressed, take a break, take time out  and breath. Try 10 very slow deep breaths. You will quickly feel more relaxed. Deep breathing supplies the body with the oxygen we need to function. Slow deep breathing will infuse your body with oxygen, you will feel revitalised, less stressed and allot calmer.

Slow deep breathing helps reduce pain - Expectant mothers go to classes to learn breathing techniques to cope with the pain of giving birth. The midwives or doctors tell the soon to be 'mums' to slow the breathe down at certain times during their labour as this helps to focus, reduces pain, and helps with delivery. When you take deep breaths your body releases endorphins. Endorphins are your body's way of fighting pain.

If you would like to come to a class feel welcome to leave a comment along with your details so that we can contact you as soon as we can. Check our Timetable for a time that would suit you and come join in.

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