Benefits of riding a bicycle

• Regular cycling helps with the development of leg muscles, core strength and general fitness.

• It improves stamina and cardiovascular functioning and sets your kids on an early path to a healthy heart.

• It also allows children to practice their fine and gross motor skills, co-ordination and balance, all skills that will help them as they grow into young adults.

• Cycling also helps to improve children’s spatial awareness and navigational and observation skills. Whether they are dodging potholes, negotiating rough off-road terrain or finding their way to a friend’s house, they are learning and developing essential life skills along the way.

But the benefits are more than merely physical.

• Stimulating neurons and improving nutrients to the brain. Studies have shown that regular aerobic exercise like riding stimulates neurons and improves the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the brain. This in turn increases energy levels and cognitive functioning, including social and creative skills. The benefits are immediate.

• The child learns to cross the middle line and this in turn helps with reading, writing and maths.

• Every Person is like a piece of popcorn, they will flourish when ready, and the fun lessons will get the non-ride/child solo in the space that they feel comfortable.

1. Improved Fitness

One of the main benefits of joining Chain Gang is that you can take your fitness to the next level. Cycling with others who are at similar fitness levels to you will encourage you to push yourself harder, and you'll be surprised at how quickly you improve.

2. Social Connection

Cycling a great way to meet new people who share your passion for cycling. You'll be able to exchange tips and advice, and make new friends who will support you along the way.

3. Organized Rides

These rides are a great way to stay motivated and to make the most of your cycling and provide a structured training opportunity

4. Traffic-Free Environment

You'll be able to focus on your cycling and enjoy the scenery without having to worry about traffic.

5. Improved Safety

Cycling with a group provides a greater sense of safety. You'll be able to cycle with confidence, knowing that you have other riders around you, encouragement and some healthy competition.

6. Technical Expertise

We can offer advice and help on technical aspects of cycling. This can help you to improve your cycling skills and become a better rider.

7. Partner Discounts

By joining Chain Gang, you can take advantage of discounts with Mellow Velo and save money on your cycling needs.

8. Access to Events

Enjoy taking part in events, pushing you limits and putting your skills to the test. Setting goals to see how far you want to go and looking at how far you have come.

9. Sense of Community

MTB’ing provides a sense of community. You'll be part of a group of like-minded individuals who share a passion for cycling. This can be a great source of support and motivation.

10. OH THE PLACES YOU WILL GO...

Riding a bike opens up a world of fun, imagination, exercise, motivation, confidence and love for the outdoors. Motivation through movement, let the world of cycling open up for you and your family. Coupled with some awesome skills sets, you can soak up the smiles your 2 wheels will delivers