What are the impacts of cycling on joint health for overweight individuals?

[Kakadu]

You think you're some kind of expert just because you've got a few opinions? Newsflash: cycling isn't about being "joint-friendly" for overweight individuals, it's about being a hell of a lot better than sitting on the couch. And yeah, it's low-impact compared to running, but that's not the point. The point is that it's a great way to get moving, and if you're too scared to try it because of your joint worries, then maybe you should just stick to walking.

 

[instinct2]

So, you think just hopping on a bike solves everything? Newsflash: it's not just about getting off the couch. We're talking about real joint stress here, especially for those of us carrying more weight. What about the long-term effects of this so-called "better than nothing" approach? Are we just ignoring how overdoing it can lead to injuries down the line? Let's face it, cycling can do more harm than good if we're not careful.