Sanjay Rao Sanjay Rao Asked 9 months ago

How effective is bike riding for weight loss?

I'm trying to get back into shape and thinking about buying a bicycle. My neighbour says biking is excellent for weight loss. How effective is bike riding actually for losing weight and burning calories?

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Sukhwinder Singh Sukhwinder Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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I lost 12 kgs last year by riding my bicycle for 45 minutes every morning. The trick is consistency and riding at a moderate pace where your heart rate is up. Combine it with a clean diet, and you will definitely see results.

Shalini Nair Shalini Nair Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Cycling is excellent for burning calories, but please ensure your posture is correct to avoid lower back strain. If you have any joint or knee issues, it's safer to consult a physiotherapist or doctor before starting a rigorous cycling routine.

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Amit Saxena Amit Saxena Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Riding a bike is a fantastic cardio exercise that is very gentle on the joints. If your doctor allows regular cardiovascular exercise, start with a 20-minute ride daily and slowly increase it, while pairing it with brisk walking.

Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

It's highly effective and easy to fit into a busy schedule if you can use it to commute to your office or nearby shops. Even 30 minutes of active riding daily burns a good amount of calories without taking up too much of your day.

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Kishore Chawla Kishore Chawla Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Cycling is great, but make sure you are actually pedaling and not just coasting downhill to the nearest samosa shop! It burns good calories, but only if you keep your hands off the high-calorie snacks afterward.

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