In a surprising twist to conventional fitness routines, an expert has suggested a straightforward yet effective method for enhancing health. John Vinton, CEO of Aventon Bikes , advocates for just 21 minutes of cycling daily as "all you need" to reap comprehensive health benefits, including a lower risk of diabetes and improved mental wellbeing. John said: "All you need is 21 minutes of cycling per day.
Below, I'll explain why, as well as the great health benefits of cycling." Cycling for just 21 minutes each day can have significant health advantages The CDC in America advises that adults should engage in 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise weekly, which breaks down to about 21 minutes each day. "Cycling on the road usually counts as moderately intense activity because elevation changes dictate how hard you have to pedal," John explained.
"Of course, if you're pedalling up a hill the whole time, that would count as intense physical activity." The CDC's guidelines also mention that 150 minutes of moderate exertion can be replaced with 75 minutes of vigorous activity, equating to nearly 10 minutes daily. "It's hard to ensure you're doing 10 straight minutes of intense pedalling on the road, but you could achieve that on a standing bike if you want to reduce the time you're spending on exercise every day," John added.
Reduced risk of mortality: Regular cycling is associated with a significant reduction in the risk of death from all causes. Just 100 minutes of cycling per .
