Cardio exercise

Cycling form, muscles worked, and workout tracking

Cycling is a low-impact cardiovascular exercise that primarily targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves while improving aerobic capacity. It is commonly used for endurance training, interval conditioning, and active recovery sessions.

Cycling illustration

How to do Cycling

  1. 1Adjust the seat height so your knee has a slight bend at the bottom of the pedal stroke.
  2. 2Sit upright with your core engaged and hands resting lightly on the handlebars.
  3. 3Begin pedaling at a steady cadence, maintaining a smooth, circular motion.
  4. 4Breathe rhythmically, inhaling and exhaling deeply to support sustained effort.
  5. 5Control your resistance level to maintain consistent power output throughout the session.

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Track Cycling in Plates

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