New research shows lifelong bikers have healthier knees, less pain and a longer lifespan, compared to people who’ve never biked. This adds to the evidence that cycling promotes healthy aging.

  • krelvar@lemmy.world
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    5 months ago

    My cardiologist made me do a treadmill stress test a year or two ago. My knees hurt for the next month. I told them next time I’ll do it on a bike or I won’t do it at all.

    I couldn’t jog half a mile without my knees killing me; on the other hand, I biked more than 500 miles this month.

    • Showroom7561@lemmy.ca
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      5 months ago

      Yup. I have a treadmill that I really only use for walking. When I try running, it’s awful.

      It’s a shame, really. I’d love to be able to run/jog, too.