British researchers studied a group of cyclists aged 55 to 79 who regularly cycled for several hours a day. They found that regular cycling at these advanced ages prevents the loss of muscle mass and strength and keeps blood fat and cholesterol levels stable.
But the most interesting finding was that the bodies of older cyclists produce T cells, similar to those of 20-year-olds. This finding is very surprising because the production of T cells usually decreases after the age of 20.
Regular cycling at older ages has many benefits:
- Preventing the loss of muscle mass and maintaining body strength
- Keeping blood fat and cholesterol levels within the normal range
- Strengthening the immune system by producing more T cells
- Reducing inflammation and improving cardiovascular health
- Preventing chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension
- Improving brain function and memory
- Increasing energy and improving mood
- Helping to control weight and prevent obesity
- Extending lifespan and delaying aging
Therefore, cycling can help keep the body young and prevent many age-related diseases.
