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 Cycling
Cycling has become hugely popular in South Africa, with almost 35 000 cyclists entering the last Cape Argus Pick 'n Pay Cycle Tour.

Cycling is a very good form of exercise - for both young and old. It can even be done while rehabilitating a leg injury or other types of injuries.

But there's more to cycling than a bike, a helmet, a sense of balance and the open road. There are certain things you can do to ensure you get the most out of this form of exercise.

In this section, Health24.com gives you tips on how to cycle, general information you may need about the sport and information on cycling gear.

 CONTENTS
01.Cape Argus P 'n P Cycle Tour
Last-minute strategy, The lowdown on carbo-loading, Heatstroke and the cycle race, Clean Machine

02.The info you need
10 reasons to start cycling, The correct way of cycling, How to shift gears, Pedal to the medal in one place, Clean Machine, Become a mountain biker, Calories used during exercise, Cycling and erectile dysfunction, Protect your penis, I want to be a road cyclist, I want to be a track cyclist, I want to be a mountain biker, How fit must a road cyclist be?, How fit must a track cyclist be?, How fit to mountain bike?, Kids' bike shopping, How to do a cardio combo, Off-season training for cyclists

03.Helpful tips
Exercise: tips to get you started, Five fitness tips

04.Gear
Starter-kit to cycling gear, New clothing range for cyclists

05.Bicycling Magazine
Breathe easy, Is pasta making you fat?


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