The bicycle as a health factor

Health benefits

Heart and circulatory system are energized
Fat burning is increasing
Breathing becomes more effective and the resting pulse decreases
Muscles are supplied with more blood
The fitness increases with regular cycling
Improving coordination
The joint load is low, as most of the body weight rests on the saddle.
Strengthening of the back
Strengthening of the immune system
Cycling reduces stress, relaxes and ensures a good mood

The happiness of the earth is not only on the backs of the horses. Also cycling activates happiness hormones. Endurance sports release endorphins and serotonin after half an hour. The steady movement awakens in us a feeling of harmony. The body is supplied with more oxygen, so sleep becomes deeper and more restful.

With Rückenwind Reisen you can relax even more, because we are there for you on site. We take care of the booking, bring your luggage from place to place and welcome you on our own tours with an information meeting. You will receive information about the bike trip as well as insider tips and your rental bike will be adapted for you.

We live in a meritocracy and we often rush from appointment to appointment and juggle various life tasks. In addition to family and private encounters, there are increasing professional demands, hectic schedules and other obligations. This can lead to people building up more and more pressure and no longer being able to cope well with stress. This leads to high blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmia or even sleep disorders. Especially in everyday office life, there is often a lack of physical balance, such as fresh air and exercise.

Cycling in particular can therefore prevent the first symptoms. Exercising in the fresh air allows the body to absorb more oxygen and can reduce initial stress factors such as racing thoughts about the next task. Pedalling at a steady pace stabilises the psyche and brightens the mood. It often has a calming effect on the mind and body! The fresh air, nature and sun clear your head and give you a feeling of freedom.

Sitting right on the bike

The generally recommended posture on the bicycle: arms slightly bent, do not stretch through. The width of the handlebar should roughly correspond to the width of the shoulder. The saddle height fits if you reach the pedal at the bottom with your leg stretched out. Step on the pedal with the ball of your foot, the legs should be slightly bent and not stretched.

In addition, for the effectiveness of your fitness and to protect your joints, we recommend to use a lighter gait and to tread continuously.

For our Rückenwind original trips, an employee will be waiting for you to arrange the bike for you so that you can enjoy all the benefits of cycling.

Regular bicycle check

It is recommended to check your bike through its paces once a year. If you are travelling with your own bicycle, we recommend that you check before your trip. Our rental bikes receive this privilege even after every cycling trip. As soon as the bikes go back to the station, our staff on site check whether everything is still in order before it is handed over to our next customers. Furthermore, we have a bicycle mechanic in Oldenburg who lets the bikes come to a complete check once a year

Equipment cycling clothing

Helm: It is not mandatory to wear a helmet in Germany. Only it’s important because it protects the head in case of a fall. Pay attention to the TÜV seal of approval when buying.

Cycling trousers: Cycling trousers or shorts have the advantage that they often have a padded insert that pads your buttocks.

Gloves: These prevent pressure marks and blisters on the hands.

T-Shirt /Jacket: They are breathable and therefore avoid heat build-up and dry quickly.

And the most important thing at the end! Take enough with you to drink – preferably water or a diluted fruit juice schorle.

All Rückenwind rental bikes are provided with a saddle bag so you can take your valuables and plenty of drinks with you.

We wish you lots of fun, relaxation and relaxation on your bike tour!