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Table of contents
01 THE TEAM 04 TYPES OF BICYCLE
02 INTRODUCTION 05 BENEFITS
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03 BEST PLACE FOR

CYCLING
06 CONCLUSION

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The team

3.
Introduction

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 BEST PLACE FOR CYCLING
BUKIT TUNKU
Bukit Tunku, also known as “The
Beverly Hills of Kuala Lumpur” is a
quick favourite for many urbanites in
Malaysia and weekend cyclists to
come together. We are used to the
city heat and it comes as a blessing
to be able to find green breaks in
Kuala Lumpur. The ride to Bukit
Tunku is not steep (average 3%
gradient) and it gives you a taste of
cycling in Malaysia.
PERDANA BOTANICAL
GARDEN
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It is one of my go-to places to cycle
around in Klang Valley. You have got the
Lake Gardens, the hibiscus garden and
rounds near the Islamic Arts Museum as
well as the National Mosque of Malaysia.
It is scenic and easily a bike ride away
from KL sentral. You could start from the
Muzium Negara MRT (Gate B) exit and
there’s an entrance to the park, from there
on make your way towards Tun Abdul
Razak memorial and complete a loop and
head out further into Taman Tugu Negara.
RIVER OF LIFE
The River of Life project that
breathes life into the areas near
Sungai Gombak and Klang River in
the city is one of the nice and easy
gentle rides to do on the boardwalk.
You can start from Seputeh,
Brickfields or even Petaling Street.
The passage can be quite narrow
when making your way towards
Brickfields but it expands further.
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DIFFERENT
OF OUTDOOR
AND INDOOR
CYCLING
Spin bikes or indoor cycles are designed to more closely
mimic the riding position of an outdoor bike, such that
you're leaning forward more. Stationary bikes are more
upright and have a less aggressive riding position. The
pedal stroke is also supposed to feel more realistic on a
spin bike versus a stationary bike.
You can be well served with a stationary bike or an indoor6
cycle and can likely get a decent cardio workout on either
type of exercise bike. However, if you’re looking to really
boost your fitness and get a more intense workout, you’ll
probably do better with a spin bike. On the other hand, if
you’re looking for a more beginner-friendly, basic piece of
exercise equipment for aerobic exercise, a stationary bike
may save you some money and be a little easier to use

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Cycling is one of the most versatile
sports to indulge in. It can be as
intense or calming as you like it to
be. There are various types of
TYPES OF
cycles that cater to different
agendas and terrains. Some are built
for smooth and consistent long
distance cycling experiences while
BICYCLE
some are built for stunts and ramp
coordinate performances. So once you
set your agenda, understand the
different types of cycles that can
give you the best experience

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 TYPES OF BICYCLE

CITY CYCLE HYBRID OFF-ROAD FOLDING

as the name suggests, refers to CYCLES CYCLE BIKES
urban bikes. The city cycles do Hybrid cycles are made to cater to Off-road cycles or MTB's are
These cycles are one of the most
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not fall under a specific category
of bikes. A city bike is made
keeping in mind urban roads
with smooth terrain to give you
an easy pedalling experience so
you glide around effortlessly. If
you want to travel to work or
commute easily in your city,
these cycles are for you.
designed for rough terrains and
city and off-road biking conditions.
mountain trails. These bikescompact kind of vehicles
These bikes have larger, padded generally have flat handlebars andavailable today. A folding bike is
seats and a comfortable handlebar lower range of gears for comfortablethat which can be folded into a
position that can provide the best pedalling on steep trails. Mountain
compact form and can be easily
cycling experience in both terrains. bikes have high-quality suspension
and shock absorbers. MTBs withcarried into buildings or public
The tires are usually medium-sized
front absorption are known astransport. These bikes are ideal
and have a semi-smooth thread
Hardtails while those with front andfor people who need to travel
that provides enough cushioning rear suspension are known as full-
with their cycle.
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boost your bellows
The lungs work considerably harder than usual when you ride.

Generally, an adult cycling uses 1 0 times the oxygen they’d need to

sit in front of the TV for the same period.

Even better, regular cycling will help strengthen your cardiovascular

system over time, enabling your heart and lungs to work more
efficiently and getting more oxygen where it’s needed quicker. This
means you can do more exercise for less effort. How good does that
sound?
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BENEFITS
can make you
live longer
King’s College London compared more than 2,400 identical
twins and found those who did the equivalent of just three
45-minute rides a week were nine years ‘biologically
younger’ even after discounting other influences, such as
body mass index (BMI) and smoking.

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“Those who exercise regularly are at significantly lower

risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, all types of
cancer, high blood pressure and obesity,” says Dr Lynn
Cherkas, who conducted the research.

“The body becomes much more efficient at defending

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itself and regenerating new cells.”
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its good for your mental head
Cycling is good for your mental health.

Neil Shah, of the Stress Management Society, says

cycling “is one of the most effective treatments for
stress and in many cases has been proven to be as
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effective as medication – if not more so”.

Shah says there is a “Mountain of scientific

evidence” pointing towards cycling as a stress-
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busting property.
Conclusion
In conclusion, health impacts of cycling should play
a central role in considerations about bicycle
promotion. Benefits from physical activity are of
such magnitude that they are worth pursuing by
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individuals equally as by society, even though

locally, safety issues may need to be addressed
simultaneously. In many aspects, health benefits of
cycling are more tangible than other reasons to
promote cycling and provide a quantifiable case for 12.

investments in this mode of transport.