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| Cycling Along the Great Allegheny Passage |
Cycling is one of the most popular ways to burn up some calories, get in shape, and take pleasure in some family bonding time. For those families searching for a family activity that will allow more time with one another AND help them to stay healthy and fit, cycling may be just the answer.
All parents wish for the best for their children, and when they see that their kids are miserable or overweight, they understand right away that it's time to act and do something. The trouble with other types of exercises is that it makes you feel exhausted to do, making it less appealing, especially for the young ones. Therefore, kids won't stick to it.
Cycling exercise, however, offers something simple to get into, interesting, and presents an outstanding opportunity to bond with the family as you get in shape. This is a winning situation for many parents as they get to spend some quality time with their kids and allow them to get in shape in the process. For most children, cycling doesn't feel like an enormous activity or an exercise routine, it is instead an amazing thing to long for as an activity to do with your parents, siblings and other family members as well.
Cycling can start out as a simple spin around the neighborhood or around the corner if you have to begin slowly. The key to getting kids engaged in any activity is to start off gradually and ease them into the physical part of it so that they don't get uninterested or discouraged.
Cycling can start out slowly and be developed to giving kids some big goal setting probability as they build up their staying power and capability. Once the family starts to get into healthier shape, then it's the perfect time to measure it up to a higher level and find some amusing courses and trails for the family to travel on. Cycling can quickly become an activity to look forward to whenever time permits, as every recreation is always an exciting activity.
The kids can get involved in the selection of the trails or paths that the family sets out on. This will let them feel appreciated and important as they get to speak out and suggest their ideas. You will clearly see how cycling can not only develop into an excellent family activity, but also an activity where the whole family can achieve to get in better shape without ever feeling like they are exercising. The best part? You get to have quality time with your family and stay healthy at the same time.
If you are local to the Pittsburgh area, we can have you fitted for a bicycle and on your way to riding the trails. Zak’s Bicycle Shop is located in McKeesport, PA., conveniently located in between Patterson Street and Eden Park Blvd on Walnut Street and less than 1 1/2 miles from the Boston Bike Trail Access to the Great Allegheny Passage. We are also easily accessible from the Loop Trail.
Do you enjoy cycling as a family? Where do you like to ride? What are some of the best memories you have? Share in the comments below.
