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Thursday, July 11, 2019

Benefits Of An Adult Tricycle

By Nancy Scott


There are many reasons to get out and enjoy the summer weather. The nice thing about that is that you can get exercise while having fun with friends and family. One way is going for rides on bikes and trikes. Unfortunately, many adults have given up riding bikes for various reasons and have a bit of anxiety when it comes to starting the practice up again. The good news is that the adult tricycle has come back in style. These actually date back to before the two-wheeled version. Though they're not built for speed, they provide stability, good exercise, and fun for those riding them.

Getting fit is much easier in the summer. Since the weather is nice and the rain is gone, along with snow and colder days, there is no excuse for staying indoors hibernating anymore. Getting out to play sports, having a bar-b-que, or tossing a Frisbee are all part of this fun. Going for rides is something that you can do individually or in a group.

Enjoying the exercise is part of sticking to a routine. The fact that an exercise regimen is tough and difficult is a barrier to most adults trying to get in shape. It is important to find an exercise that you can enjoy and look forward to, rather than one that you dread every day. Riding bikes and trikes is one way to accomplish this. You get to be out in the sun, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying the scenery. These will provide encouragement as family activities to get fit together.

Intimidation stops people in their tracks. Being afraid of riding a bike stops many adults from trying it as a fun exercise. They're afraid they'll forget how to do it, or that they'll be humiliated by falling over in front of friends. Riding a trike eliminates these fears and makes it much easier to have the same kind of fun. With three wheels, you are stable and won't fall over. You can even keep your feet on the pedals when you come to a stop, making it much easier to coordinate than a two-wheel bike.

You should be comfortable when you ride. Ten-speeds are made for speed and require the rider to hunch over for maximum effect. That's not a very comfortable position for most people who just want to get out for a ride. Instead, the tricycle offers two options that both keep you from being hunched over. You'll be more comfortable and being able to look around while you ride.

There are a couple of types of trikes. One is the upright trike. There are two wheels in the back and the seat is high and similar to most regular bikes. Your posture will be fully upright. The recumbent style sits lower to the ground and employs a bucket style seat. For this style, you sit back with your feet extended in front of you as you pedal and guide the bike. These are great for much longer rides because of their comfort level.

Going on a group tour is a lot of fun. If you don't have friends or family that ride, or even if you do, joining a group tour is a great way to go for a ride and see things you would otherwise miss. Rather than just riding around your neighborhood, a tour takes you down a road or path with scenic views in a group that signed up just for that.

You need to enjoy your exercise for it to work. Losing weight is done primarily through cardiovascular exercises like running, walking, jogging, and bike riding. Using a trike gives you that type of exercise with stability and comfort. You can spend your summer riding around town or head out into a more scenic area and really enjoy the ride.




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