{"id":39048,"date":"2021-11-12T14:33:48","date_gmt":"2021-11-12T22:33:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/?p=39048"},"modified":"2022-04-02T20:08:09","modified_gmt":"2022-04-03T03:08:09","slug":"reasons-to-cycle-in-retirement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/reasons-to-cycle-in-retirement\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Great Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When thinking of retirement, we often envision life slowing down, as every day becomes a Sunday. But why not take this era into a higher gear and introduce a new and exciting hobby \u2013 cycling? Not only will you have fun, but cycling has a whole range of exciting benefits that you can read about right here. Put that bus pass away, because after you hear about the benefits of cycling during retirement, you might find you never want to get out of the saddle!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_38136\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-38136\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/eepurl.com\/bGzuPf\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"38136\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/7-tips-going-car-free\/bike-teleferico-station\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?fit=750%2C563&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"750,563\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Bike Teleferico Station\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;You might want to throw away your bus pass! Photo credit: Mark Cramer&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?fit=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?fit=750%2C563&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-38136 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg\" alt=\"You might want to throw away your bus pass!\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-38136\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"38136\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/7-tips-going-car-free\/bike-teleferico-station\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?fit=750%2C563&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"750,563\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Bike Teleferico Station\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;You might want to throw away your bus pass! Photo credit: Mark Cramer&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?fit=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?fit=750%2C563&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-38136 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?resize=750%2C563&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"You might want to throw away your bus pass!\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?w=750&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?resize=250%2C188&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bike-Teleferico-Station.jpg?resize=320%2C240&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> You might want to throw away your bus pass! Photo credit: Mark Cramer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Reason #1 to Take Up Cycling During Retirement: Cycling Improves Health<\/h2>\n<p>A healthy lifestyle and diet are crucial to staying fit when older. Regular exercise helps to maintain cognitive, psychological, and physical health, and as we age these factors are imperative if we want to enjoy our well-earned retirement (Source: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitandme.com\/benefits-of-cycling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">11 Benefits of Cycling<\/a><\/strong>).<\/p>\n<p>As we enter retirement, we have more free time on our hands, and this can lead to a sedentary lifestyle. And maybe even some boredom. To combat this, hobbies and exercise should be introduced. Painting and fishing are no doubt fun skills to learn; however, cycling is something that can have a huge impact on every aspect of your life.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related Post: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyassets.com\/long-term-care-sleep-issues-depression\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Here is an in-depth guide on long-term care options for those living with depression and sleep deprivation.<\/a><\/h4>\n<h3>Video about the Benefits of Cycling for Seniors<\/h3>\n<p>Don&#8217;t just take my word for it: listen to Hugh Porter MBE, former pro cyclist, as he talks about the benefits of cycling for seniors:<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/youtu.be\/HfWwhBXPlOs<\/p>\n<p>Health problems can creep up on you and create unplanned obstacles to overcome. Obesity is becoming a significant problem in many countries and is associated with heart disease and strokes (Source: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/Obesity\/Pages\/Introduction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NHS Choices<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related Post: <a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/cycling-and-obesity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Does Cycling Reduce Obesity? Comparing Rates of Obesity and Cycling<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Getting out on the road and cycling just four miles a day can reduce the risk of heart disease by half with only a small amount of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinch-flat.com\/how-long-does-it-take-to-bike-10-miles\/\">time investment<\/a>. Regular cycling can also lead to a decrease in breast and bowel cancer, and diabetes.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/exercise-is-miracle-cure\/\">Science Says Exercise Protects You from Dread Diseases as You Age<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Additionally, cycling is regarded as a low impact form of exercise, which means that it places little stress on joints. If you have arthritis, it is ideal as it is one of the very few cardiovascular workouts that does not put undue stress and strain on the body. And if you have balance, back, neurological, or other problems, there are many options, such as getting a tricycle or a recumbent bike.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22158\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22158\" style=\"width: 749px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"22158\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/?attachment_id=22158\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?fit=749%2C504&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"749,504\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;And if you have balance, back, neurological, or other problems, there are many options, such as getting a tricycle or a recumbent bike&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?fit=300%2C202&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?fit=749%2C504&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-22158 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg\" alt=\"And if you have balance, back, neurological, or other problems, there are many options, such as getting a tricycle or a recumbent bike. 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"749\" height=\"504\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22158\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"22158\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/?attachment_id=22158\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?fit=749%2C504&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"749,504\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;And if you have balance, back, neurological, or other problems, there are many options, such as getting a tricycle or a recumbent bike&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?fit=300%2C202&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?fit=749%2C504&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-22158 size-full lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?resize=749%2C504&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"And if you have balance, back, neurological, or other problems, there are many options, such as getting a tricycle or a recumbent bike. 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"749\" height=\"504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?w=749&amp;ssl=1 749w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?resize=300%2C202&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?resize=150%2C101&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?resize=250%2C168&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/recumbent-cycling-on-Hornby-separated-bike-lane-closeup-7501-1.jpg?resize=320%2C215&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/><\/noscript> If you have balance, back, neurological, or other problems, there are many options, such as getting a recumbent bike<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20542\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20542\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"20542\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/?attachment_id=20542\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?fit=750%2C420&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"750,420\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;You can even get a recumbent tricycle with an electric assist &#8211; this bike is being ridden by 80 year old Dr. Len, who has several health problems, but is getting healthier and having fun on a bike&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?fit=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?fit=750%2C420&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-20542 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg\" alt=\"You can even get a recumbent tricycle with an electric assist - this bike is being ridden by 80 year old Dr. Len, who has several health problems, but is getting healthier and having fun on a bike. 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"750\" height=\"420\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20542\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"20542\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/?attachment_id=20542\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?fit=750%2C420&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"750,420\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;You can even get a recumbent tricycle with an electric assist &#8211; this bike is being ridden by 80 year old Dr. Len, who has several health problems, but is getting healthier and having fun on a bike&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?fit=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?fit=750%2C420&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-20542 size-full lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?resize=750%2C420&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"You can even get a recumbent tricycle with an electric assist - this bike is being ridden by 80 year old Dr. Len, who has several health problems, but is getting healthier and having fun on a bike. 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"750\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?w=750&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?resize=250%2C140&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Dr-Len-on-bionx-trike-750-x-420.jpeg?resize=320%2C179&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/noscript> You can even get a recumbent tricycle with an electric assist &#8211; this bike is being ridden by 80 year old Dr. Len, who has several health problems including some neurological challenges, but is getting healthier and having fun riding hundreds of miles on a bike. You can <a href=\"http:\/\/electricbikeblog.com\/review-p-350-dv-p-350-rl-bionx-electric-assist-kits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">read more about Dr. Len and his bike here<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The great thing about cycling is there are so many accessories to track your health! Items such as <a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/best-bike-computers\/\">GPS devices<\/a> even track your calories!<\/p>\n<p>As well as improving physical health, cycling can also help to alleviate <strong>mental health i<\/strong>ssues. Chemicals called endorphins are released when exercising, which produce a euphoric feeling and are proven to reduce anxiety, stress, and depression (Source: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.webmd.com\/depression\/guide\/exercise-depression#1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Web MD<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/seniors-health-e-bikes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Case Studies of Three Seniors who Regained their Health with Cycling<\/a><\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"4IuWPTRF2c\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/seniors-health-e-bikes\/\">Case Studies: Three Seniors who Regained their Health with E-Bikes<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content lazyload\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Case Studies: Three Seniors who Regained their Health with E-Bikes&#8221; &#8212; Average Joe Cyclist\" data-src=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/seniors-health-e-bikes\/embed\/#?secret=CtF1T4HoAj#?secret=4IuWPTRF2c\" data-secret=\"4IuWPTRF2c\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> There are many free and paid apps that can help you get fit with cycling, and make it more fun too! Read all about them in this useful post <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bestofbikers.com\/paid-free-cycling-apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here about free and paid cycling apps<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related Post: <a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/calories-burned-on-ebike\/\">How Many Calories Can You Burn Riding an Ebike?<\/a><\/h3>\n<h2>Reason #2 to Take Up Cycling During Retirement: Cycling is Good for the Environment<\/h2>\n<p>As you no doubt know, the world we live in is in a sorry state. It&#8217;s struggling to keep up with the chemicals our machines are spewing into the air.<\/p>\n<p>Cycling ticks all the boxes for those who are environmentally conscious. It is an entirely emission-free method of transport, and with new cycle paths popping up all the time, it is becoming safer too. Hopping on your bike not only gives Mother Nature a break, but it helps to preserve her beauty for future generations.<\/p>\n<h2>Reason # 3 to Take Up Cycling During Retirement: Cycling Improves Relationships<\/h2>\n<p>Retirement is often said to be when you stop living at work and <strong>start working at living<\/strong>. People start to prioritize themselves and their nearest and dearest. They begin to spend more time with grandchildren and spouses, and on their various personal passions.<\/p>\n<p>Cycling can help to bind these facets of life together in a fun and healthy pastime. A family cycle ride on a summer\u2019s day can create beautiful memories and is an accessible activity for all ages.<\/p>\n<p>Looking to improve relations with the other half? Then a romantic jaunt in the country can be a perfect way to rekindle the flame. Recent research even suggests that cycling can have a positive impact on your sex life\u00a0 (Source: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bicycling.com\/training\/motivation\/6-ways-cycling-improves-your-sex-life\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bicycling.com<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/keep-mountain-biking-age-40\/\">7 Tips to Help You Keep Mountain Biking after Age 40<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related Post: <a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/4-reasons-cycle-more-2\/\">4 Reasons to Cycle More<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Video: Cycling is Good for Your Libido and Sex Life<\/h3>\n<p>This video affirms that cycling is good for your libido and sex life &#8211; as well as your happiness and your brain health:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"3 Surprising Health Benefits of Cycling\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/m7E4PY6IiWY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re single and possibly lonley, then cycling can provide an excellent opportunity to meet new people and make friends. With social cycling groups available worldwide, you can join one wherever you\u2019re living. The cycling community is renowned for its inclusive and friendly attitude, with age regarded as just a number and not what defines you.<\/p>\n<p>Cycling can also add independence to your life by removing your reliance on public transport and family members. This helps to maintain your freedom, plus the authority that is so often lost as you age.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22148\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22148\" style=\"width: 754px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"22148\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/?attachment_id=22148\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?fit=754%2C407&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"754,407\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Why you should take up cycling during retirement 2 copy\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Get out and find new routes! Cycling can also add independence to your life by removing your reliance on public transport and family members. This helps to maintain your freedom, plus the authority that is so often lost as you age.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?fit=300%2C162&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?fit=750%2C405&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-22148 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Get out and find new routes! Cycling can also add independence to your life by removing your reliance on public transport and family members. This helps to maintain your freedom, plus the authority that is so often lost as you age. 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"754\" height=\"407\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22148\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"22148\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/?attachment_id=22148\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?fit=754%2C407&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"754,407\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Why you should take up cycling during retirement 2 copy\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Get out and find new routes! Cycling can also add independence to your life by removing your reliance on public transport and family members. This helps to maintain your freedom, plus the authority that is so often lost as you age.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?fit=300%2C162&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?fit=750%2C405&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-22148 size-full lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?resize=754%2C407&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Get out and find new routes! Cycling can also add independence to your life by removing your reliance on public transport and family members. This helps to maintain your freedom, plus the authority that is so often lost as you age. 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"754\" height=\"407\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?w=754&amp;ssl=1 754w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?resize=300%2C162&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?resize=750%2C405&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?resize=150%2C81&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?resize=250%2C135&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Why-you-should-take-up-cycling-during-retirement-2-copy.jpg?resize=320%2C173&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 754px) 100vw, 754px\" \/><\/noscript> Get out and find new routes! Cycling can also add independence to your life by removing your reliance on public transport and family members. This helps to maintain your freedom, plus the authority that is so often lost as you age.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Reason # 4 to Take Up Cycling During Retirement: Cycling Gives You More Opportunities to Travel<\/h2>\n<p>Cycling is a fantastic way of enjoying the benefits that retirement offers. It is not necessary to spend your entire life savings on visiting exotic places, eating strange foods and experiencing new cultures! With many cities now offering <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fattiretours.com\/\">cycling tours<\/a>, cycling is a great and inexpensive way to experience a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/blog\/cycling-tourism-along-milans-canal-navigli-network\/\">unique view <\/a>of your destination. Some cities, such as Girona in Spain, are even built especially around <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinch-flat.com\/cycling-girona\/\">cycling<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_39049\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-39049\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"39049\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/reasons-to-cycle-in-retirement\/florence-bike-rentals\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?fit=750%2C569&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"750,569\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Florence bike rentals\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Our ebike tour guide, Alessia Fasulo, outside her Flo Rent bike rentals store in Florence, Italy&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?fit=300%2C228&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?fit=750%2C569&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-39049 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg\" alt=\"Our ebike tour guide, Alessia Fasulo, outside her Flo Rent bike rentals store in Florence, Italy\" width=\"750\" height=\"569\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-39049\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"39049\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/reasons-to-cycle-in-retirement\/florence-bike-rentals\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?fit=750%2C569&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"750,569\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Florence bike rentals\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Our ebike tour guide, Alessia Fasulo, outside her Flo Rent bike rentals store in Florence, Italy&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?fit=300%2C228&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?fit=750%2C569&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-39049 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?resize=750%2C569&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Our ebike tour guide, Alessia Fasulo, outside her Flo Rent bike rentals store in Florence, Italy\" width=\"750\" height=\"569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?w=750&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?resize=300%2C228&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?resize=250%2C190&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Florence-bike-rentals.jpg?resize=320%2C243&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/noscript> Our ebike tour guide, Alessia Fasulo, outside her Flo Rent bike rentals store in Florence, Italy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related Post: <a href=\"https:\/\/electricbikeblog.com\/electric-bike-tour-florence\/\">Our Electric Bike Bike Tour of Florence<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>There are few restrictions on where you can cycle. Bikes are not confined by roads like cars, so you can get up close and explore unspoilt woodlands, beaches and river banks.<\/p>\n<h3>Cycle Tours<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Cycle tours<\/strong> often choose less known routes of the city because of congestion. This usually leads to being given a local\u2019s view, which is far more interesting than the well-beaten tourist track.<\/p>\n<h3>Bike Share Programs<\/h3>\n<p>Also, many cities now offer <strong>bike share programs<\/strong>, which means you can do all your exploring of many cities on a bike. This is not only cheaper than taking cabs &#8211; it also burns up many of the extra calories you might eat on a vacation.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16880\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16880\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/melbourne-bike-share-failing\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"16880\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/bike-share-transport\/why-not-take-a-bike-melbourne-bike-share1\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?fit=750%2C583&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"750,583\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne Bike share(1)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Explore cities on a bike!&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?fit=300%2C233&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?fit=750%2C583&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-16880 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg\" alt=\"Explore cities on a bike! The beautiful city of Melbourne, Australia, is one of the many cities that now offers bike share systems - 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"750\" height=\"583\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16880\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"16880\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/bike-share-transport\/why-not-take-a-bike-melbourne-bike-share1\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?fit=750%2C583&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"750,583\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne Bike share(1)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Explore cities on a bike!&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?fit=300%2C233&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?fit=750%2C583&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-16880 size-full lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?resize=750%2C583&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Explore cities on a bike! The beautiful city of Melbourne, Australia, is one of the many cities that now offers bike share systems - 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"750\" height=\"583\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?w=750&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?resize=300%2C233&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?resize=150%2C117&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?resize=250%2C194&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Why-not-take-a-bike-Melbourne-Bike-share1.jpg?resize=320%2C249&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Explore cities on a bike! The beautiful city of <a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/melbourne-bike-share-failing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Melbourne, Australia<\/a>, is one of the many cities that now offers bike share systems<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Reason # 5 to Take Up Cycling During Retirement: Take a Staycation on Your Bike!<\/h2>\n<p>On the one hand, it&#8217;s great to get away from home; however, you don\u2019t have to go abroad to experience new sights and sounds. Cycling can offer you a fresh experience of your back yard, and with a few clicks, you can access <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strava.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bike routes online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related Content: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebabbleout.com\/running\/5-absolute-best-running-apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The 5 Absolute Best Running Apps!<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Discovering that perfect picnic spot or stunning lookout point could only be a short bike ride away!<\/p>\n<p>Good for mind, body and soul, cycling is the perfect addition to your retired life. Get a bike, a set of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinch-flat.com\/ortlieb-back-roller-city-vs-classic\/\">waterproof panniers<\/a> or a <a href=\"http:\/\/thetacticalguru.com\/best-waterproof-backpack\/\">decent waterproof backpack<\/a>, and grab life by the handlebars!<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/how-cycling-can-help-stay-strong\/\">How Cycling Can Keep You Strong as You Age<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Thanks to Our Guest Poster, Mike McLeish<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22151\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22151\" style=\"width: 751px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pinch-flat.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"22151\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/?attachment_id=22151\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?fit=751%2C960&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"751,960\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"mike mcleish\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?fit=235%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?fit=750%2C959&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-22151 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg\" alt=\"Guest Author Mike McLeish, who runs the cycling blog Pinch-Flat. 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"751\" height=\"960\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22151\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"22151\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/averagejoecyclist.com\/?attachment_id=22151\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?fit=751%2C960&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"751,960\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"mike mcleish\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?fit=235%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?fit=750%2C959&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-22151 size-full lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?resize=751%2C960&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Guest Author Mike McLeish, who runs the cycling blog Pinch-Flat. 5 Reasons to Take Up Cycling During Retirement\" width=\"751\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?w=751&amp;ssl=1 751w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?resize=235%2C300&amp;ssl=1 235w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?resize=750%2C959&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?resize=117%2C150&amp;ssl=1 117w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?resize=250%2C320&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/averagejoecyclist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/mike-mcleish.jpg?resize=320%2C409&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Guest Author Mike McLeish, who runs the cycling blog Pinch-Flat<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This Guest Post is from Mike McLeish, who is the owner of the bicycle blog <a href=\"http:\/\/pinch-flat.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pinch-Flat<\/a>. He\u2019s currently taking full advantage of the warm weather in SE Asia. You can find him cycling through traffic in Kuala Lumpur, attempting to drink coffee from a plastic bag, or eating Nasi Lemak at a local corner shop. Follow him on Twitter at <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Pinch_Flat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@Pinch_Flat<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Sources Used in this Post<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitandme.com\/benefits-of-cycling\/\">11 Benefits of Cycling That Will Have You Hopping On Your Bike.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bicycling.com\/training\/motivation\/6-ways-cycling-improves-your-sex-life\">Bicycling.com<\/a>. 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