It seems that with the emergence of a progressive and industrialized nation, it is a more sedentary life for its citizens. With all the gadgets, machines, instruments, tools and equipment that science and technology have brought to humanity facilitating their work. Then, with this sedentary lifestyle, come health problems and the main concern is obesity and its complications, such as hypertension and diabetes.

However, the growing awareness of the health risks of a sedentary life has convinced more people to adopt a more active lifestyle, such as an exercise program or routine, to stay fit and healthy.

One of the best exercises is cycling. It is a low impact exercise that does not put too much pressure on the joints and muscles. Biking outdoors is an excellent cardiovascular exercise that burns calories and lowers cholesterol levels, which helps prevent heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and other diseases. Cycling is also a good exercise to release stress.

However, there are those who wanted to ride a bike but could not do the stiff and strenuous ride. Others don’t have the confidence to ride uphill or take long walks because they fear getting tired easily and not having the strength to turn back. In such cases, the electric bike is strongly recommended.

Most people think that an electric bike is a cheat to exercise because there is a motor to power the bike. Also, the notion that one does not lose weight when riding an electric bike is common. In other words, an electric bike is not an exercise machine.

Contrary to popular belief, electric bikes can help the rider lose calories just as effectively as a conventional bike. While it’s true that an hour on a regular bike burns more calories than an hour on an electric bike, the reality is that an average cyclist probably won’t ride a regular bike as often as an electric bike.

Since the electric bicycle is easier to use than the conventional bicycle, it can be used frequently either as a form of aerobic exercise or as a serious means of transportation. The key to burning calories is to keep pedaling, as the rider has to pedal the bike to keep the engine running. While using it as a means of transportation to work or to the supermarket, the rider can turn off the engine and pedal instead. The more you ride and pedal, the more calories you burn.