It's easy to find at the grocery store, and it's an immune-boosting basic. You'll get plenty of nutrients that protect your body from damage. It has vitamins A and C, and the antioxidant glutathione. Add to any dish or top with some low-fat cheese to round out a side dish.
The average adult who exercises for one hour by biking at a moderate pace burns 563 calories, more than double what the average person burns by walking briskly for one hour and about 50 percent more than walking briskly uphill. In addition, biking builds leg strength.
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. The same is true for cycling. Riding an exercise bike, especially a recumbent model that supports your back, is easy on your spine, knees and hips.