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.
Aerobics is the term coined by Dr. Kenneth Cooper in 1968 to describe sustained low to moderate cardiovascular exercise. Aerobic activities include jogging, cycling, rowing, swimming and group exercise classes such as step. Aerobic exercise offers a wide variety of benefits to your heart, lungs and muscles. Aerobic exercise affects your muscles in the long term as a result of your workouts and also in the short term while you exercise.