Benefits Of An Adult Tricycle

By Nancy Scott


There are many reasons to get out and enjoy the summer weather. The nice thing about that is that you can get exercise while having fun with friends and family. One way is going for rides on bikes and trikes. Unfortunately, many adults have given up riding bikes for various reasons and have a bit of anxiety when it comes to starting the practice up again. The good news is that the adult tricycle has come back in style. These actually date back to before the two-wheeled version. Though they're not built for speed, they provide stability, good exercise, and fun for those riding them.

Getting fit is much easier in the summer. Since the weather is nice and the rain is gone, along with snow and colder days, there is no excuse for staying indoors hibernating anymore. Getting out to play sports, having a bar-b-que, or tossing a Frisbee are all part of this fun. Going for rides is something that you can do individually or in a group.

Enjoying the exercise is part of sticking to a routine. The fact that an exercise regimen is tough and difficult is a barrier to most adults trying to get in shape. It is important to find an exercise that you can enjoy and look forward to, rather than one that you dread every day. Riding bikes and trikes is one way to accomplish this. You get to be out in the sun, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying the scenery. These will provide encouragement as family activities to get fit together.

Riding a bicycle can be intimidating. For those that have not ridden in years, the idea of hopping on a two-wheeled vehicle and trying to remember how to navigate the gears, brakes, and coordination of starting and stopping can be a nightmare. Fear of losing your balance and being humiliated is enough to stop anyone from wanting to get on. With a three-wheeled trike, you don't have to worry about that. These provide stability, so you won't fall over when you start or stop.

Comfort is key. Speed bikes are designed for the rider to be bent over and become one with the frame. This makes them more aerodynamic to allow them to speed down the race track. For those that are not trying to win a race, this can be an uncomfortable position. With the tricycle, you can either sit back or upright while you ride. It is easier on your back and you have the benefit of seeing everything around you.

The two types are upright and recumbent. The first one allows you to sit tall on the trike with the pedals directly beneath you. The second is designed for you to sit low to the ground and back in a bucket seat. This gives you more comfort, allows you to go faster, and ride longer. The pedals are out in front of you so the way you ride will take some practice, but you won't fall over.

Touring with a group provides a goal. There are many tours available for those that want to enjoy a scenic route while riding. You can often find or create your own route, but joining a group tour gives you additional benefits. You are in a group of peers and will be encouraged. You will also have a guide that will stop the group at specific points of interest that you might otherwise miss.

You need to enjoy your exercise in order to stick with it. Most do not have the discipline to stick with a routine if it is not fun and enjoyable. Going for a ride gives you great cardio style workouts while having fun and seeing the world around you.




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