Check out the transcript of a message board discussion with Weather Expert, Ingrid Amberger. Dr. Jeffrey Masters, Director of Meteorology for the Weather Underground Web site, answered student weather and winter storm questions in the winter of 2001. Dr. Masters received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Meteorology from the University of Michigan.
It is easier on the joints than running. It is non-impact and therefore safer and easier on the joints. Biking is an exercise that you can do even at an older age. It is a great aerobic exercise for losing weight and increasing cardio endurance.
Calories Burned - Biking/Cycling: > 10 mph (6 minutes per mile) Find out how many calories you burn for Biking/Cycling: > 10 mph (6 minutes per mile). The number of calories you burn while exercising is dependent on the exercise you do, your weight, and the time spent doing the exercise. Use the calories burned calculator below to see how many calories you burned during your workout.