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The bicycle was introduced in the 19th century in Europe by German Inventor Karl von Drais. He is credited with developing the first bicycle. He introduced it to the people in Paris in 1818. It is supposed to originate from the human-powered vehicle called Draisines. Drais invented a walking machine that would help him get around the royal gardens faster. It was known by many names, including the “velocipede,” “dandy horse,” “hobby-horse,” “draisine” and “running machine. It had no pedals and its frame was a wooden beam. It had two same-size in-line wheels with the front one steerable and mounted in a frame which was straddled. In 1839, Kirkpatrick MacMillan, a Scottish blacksmith, allegedly completed construction of a pedal driven…

In recent years, cycling to work has transformed from a niche activity into a growing trend among urban dwellers seeking healthier, more sustainable lifestyles. There’s something that just feels different when you cycle to work versus arriving by car. I noticed a little extra pep in my step on days that I used my bike to go into the office. It turns out there are plenty of scientific data and insight backing this up. I wanted to dig a little deeper and find more interesting information about commuting by bicycle to work that might encourage others to do the same. Fact 1: Fantastic Health Benefits Cycling isn’t just good for your physical fitness; it’s a lifesaver. Studies have consistently shown…

  Did you know that cycling can transform our mental health? We know exercise is part of a healthy diet and that we should all be doing a little more of it. But it isn’t just good for our bodies; it’s great for our minds, too. We’ll look at the top seven ways cycling can transform your mental health. 1. Cycling Can Relieve Stress Sometimes, going out on your bike can feel like coming up for air, escaping everyday life’s pressures. And there’s science to back it up. In fact, it’s a proven stress reliever. According to British Cycling, frequently riding a bike can dramatically impact our stress levels. One survey in the British Medical Journal suggests that riding a…