Cycling is the best medicine against stress
A hectic pace in the office, deadline pressure after work: according to experts, chronic stress is one of the biggest health risks of the 21st century. Every second to third German suffers from excessive pressure. Cycling helps to reduce stress.
Exercise is the first and most important measure to reduce the negative effects of stress. If you exercise regularly, you will soon notice the results for yourself. This is because exercise reduces blood sugar levels and lowers blood pressure. This provides effective protection against stress-related illnesses such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
But the best thing is: After moderate endurance training, the adrenal glands release even less cortisol for the rest of the day. This is the stress hormone that keeps the body on alert long after an encounter with a stressor. Cycling can also lead to a kind of meditative state, which can also help to reduce stress.
