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BETTER HEALTH THROUGH BICYCLE COMMUTING
A MOTOR FOR YOUR HEALTH: COMMUTING WITH THE E-BIKE
More than half of all employees in Germany work every day sitting in front of a computer. In addition, especially for commuters, the working day is usually long, and they even sit in the car or train when they travel to their workplace. Many people often lack time and energy for exercise. According to a TK study, around 50 percent of Germans prefer to spend the evening on the couch rather than motivate themselves for a training session. Back pain and tension have thus become a widespread complaint. So why not combine fun with function and use the daily commute to work to exercise. Anyone who commutes by bike gets exercise every day - without any additional expenditure of time. Already 30 minutes daily on the bike have a proven positive effect on health. With electrical support, this commute becomes an optimal cardiovascular workout while also making the transition to biking easier.
STRENGTHENING THE BACK
Daily cycling can also prevent back pain, which is often caused by the workplace. Cycling trains the larger and smaller muscle groups of the back and around the spine. This strengthens the vertebrae and relieves the intervertebral discs. The most important thing is back-friendly cycling! The best way to do this is to get advice from an expert on the right bike model and adjust the bike optimally to your own body size. Above all, heavy backpacks should not be carried on the daily way to work. If you have a lot of luggage or want to bike past the supermarket on your way to work, it would be better to purchase some solid panniers.
If you ride your bike regularly, consider not only its appearance but also the demands of your typical rides to ensure you choose the right model. In addition, a specialist should give advice so that the ergonomics of the bicycle fit properly and pain in the back, knees or other places is thus prevented. It is highly recommended for customers to be professionally measured by a knowledgeable specialist dealer. Especially for e-bike cyclists, it is important to measure the ischial or sit bone distance, as they tend to sit longer and in a more upright position, placing extended pressure on the contact points.
A suitable saddle shape and width prevents unpleasant pain in this area, so that commuting continues to be fun the next day.
Once the right bike and the components have been found, it can be fitted with a Pendix eDrive and converted into an eBike.
CYCLE WITHOUT BREAKING A SWEAT
The electric assistance ensures a sweat-free ride, even on hilly or mountainous routes. This is especially beneficial since many workplaces lack facilities for freshening up after a strenuous ride. Additionally, it promotes better health by reducing susceptibility to colds caused by frequent temperature shifts. This is particularly important during colder months when cyclists, bundled up for warmth, experience more extreme fluctuations between heat and cold.
TRAINING FOR HEART AND CIRCULATION
Anyone who believes that electric assistance takes away the training benefits of cycling is mistaken. This was demonstrated, among other things, by a comparative study conducted in 2016. With e-biking the pulse remains in the optimal range even on longer distances and on many gradients. This gently activates the cardiovascular system, strengthens the heart muscle and improves the overall physical constitution. The increased activity from daily cycling has been proven to help prevent cardiovascular diseases. In cyclists, the statistical risk of a heart attack or vascular disease decreases significantly. Cycling is therefore recommended by doctors as an ideal cardiovascular workout. Electric bicycles provide an accessible way for individuals with lower fitness levels or rehabilitation patients to engage in consistent endurance training. The assisted rides help maintain a manageable level, allowing riders to cover longer distances or tackle hilly terrain without exceeding their personal limits while still reaching their destination.
Less stress also protects your health. Find out more in our article "Commuting without stress" how you can get to your destination more stress-free.
GOOD FOR THE KNEES AND JOINTS
In many sports, joints endure significant impact due to intense movements, jumping, or hard surfaces, such as running on asphalt.
The joints are also heavily stressed by fast and extreme movements, such as in ball sports. This also increases the risk of injury to joints, tendons, and ligaments.
Cycling, on the other hand, is a particularly gentle sport for the joints. The movement occurs along a stable path, preventing the knees from twisting, and there are no jarring rebounds. Additionally, your own weight is reduced, relieving pressure on the joints during movement. When cycling with an electric tailwind, the training is particularly gentle, because you don't even have to ride standing in the pedals to start or on steep inclines. The supporting motor protects against overloading the joints. The e-bike is the best alternative, especially after knee injuries or chronic joint diseases such as osteoarthritis, because the joints can be ideally protected against overexertion and pain. However, it is important to always consult your physician, especially during rehabilitation or when managing chronic conditions.
FIGHTING UNWANTED POUNDS
As an endurance sport, cycling is an excellent way to tackle unwanted weight. Here, too, distances of 30 minutes a day are enough to get the metabolism going, stimulate fat burning and build muscles. You don’t have to pedal furiously – a steady, calm ride is enough to feel the noticeable benefits.
Particularly with an electric tailwind, the cyclist stays in the optimum pulse range and thus has an exceptionally high and constant calorie burn. An electric bike is also a good way for people who have not done regular sports for a long time or who may even suffer from severe obesity to get started. E-biking is gentle on the joints and delivers results right from the start.
Even if you lack endurance, the electric motor keeps you moving, ensuring you never feel left behind. The electrical support can then be gradually reduced.
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