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What area of the body does biking excercise? |
What area of the body does biking excercise? The main muscle groups used in cycling are, from the "bottom, up": Tibialis anterior, gastrocnemius, soleus, quadriceps group, hamstring group, gluteal group, quadratis lumborum and associated muscles, erector spinaeus and associated muscles. There are also loads placed on the muscles of the shoulder, upper arm and neck.The former musle groups are generally those concentrated on in road cyclists engaged in weight trainig regimes. Other branches of the sport, like track sprinting, often place emphasis on a broader range of muscles. It is worth bearing in mind that all the muscle groups that are required to support the activity of those most closely involved in pedalling need to be trained - so the abdominals, for example, should not be ignored in any weight training regime. Many runners find that a limiting factor in sprinting, for example, is not leg strength, but abdominal and lower back strength. Cycling is no different, but perhaps has more lessons of this type to learn than athletics! Source(s): http://www.cycleweb.co.uk/q&a/muscles.ht... the behind and the thighs Not only does it do cardio, biking works on ur lower body and some torso. So your calves, thigns, buns and abs mostly. also, its a good way to lose weight biking exercises your legs and back I have some experience as a bicycle messenger. Some of my fond memories are how much it did for the girls. You know how some female athletes look like the're made out of leather and baler twine? Bicycling does not do this. The girls looked so vital and healthy, yet still soft and feminine. If you want to look your best, bicycling is highly recommended. To answer your question more directly; it works the legs, of course. But your entire body gets a good workout. I've also found that it is good for the lower back. And adjust the bike so that you are not too hunched over. This is not good for your upper back and neck It's easier than you think to answer your question: Get on your bike ride for 5 or so miles as fast as you can. Listen to your brian as to what muscles are tired. Those are the ones. |
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