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.
Impact. Walking and biking on a stationary bike are low-impact forms of exercise. Impact refers to the amount of stress that the activity places on your body, particularly your joints. Walking at a slow-to-brisk pace is considered low-impact; race walking is considerably more stressful on your body.mpact. Walking and biking on a stationary bike are low-impact forms of exercise. Impact refers to the amount of stress that the activity places on your body, particularly your joints. Walking at a slow-to-brisk pace is considered low-impact; race walking is considerably more stressful on your body.