"Safe and Low-Impact Biking for Seniors: A Guide"

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Cycling is a great exercise for older adults due to its low impact nature and benefits for stability, balance, and spatial awareness. Choosing the right bike, such as a three-wheeler or recumbent bike, can address specific concerns. Pedal-assist electric bikes offer extra power for longer rides. Safety strategies include riding with a group or taking a class, using lights and reflective gear, adding mirrors, securing loose clothing, choosing safe routes, following traffic laws, and alerting others when passing. Proper helmet fit is crucial for protection.
Biking is low-impact exercise. Here's how seniors can do it safely. The Washington Post
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