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Emily Smith

Cycling vs walking: Which is better for beginners?

Woman fixing bike battery to the back of her e-bike on the commute to work after weighing up cycling vs walking

Whether you're picking your next gym class obsession or thinking about joining a hiking club, weighing up cycling vs walking could be harder than you think. Although the two exercises are arguably very similar, given their shared cardiovascular benefits, there are several differences between the activities to consider.

Depending on your chosen goal - be it weight loss, better fitness, or improved heart health - there may be one exercise between the two that is better suited to your needs. And while you could do a bit of both, for those who only have limited time to work out during the week, that might not be an option. 

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