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Biking Past 70 Has Some Potential Problems

“All my patients your age who are free of pains are dead.” 

- As a physician reassured a 70 yo patient 

The World Health Organisation estimates that 28-35% of people aged 65 or over will suffer a fall EACH year.  

Better balance and core stability is a form of intervention that has the ability to significantly reduce the risk of falling. Cycling is an exercise that increases balance due to the isolation of the glute muscles and stabilization of the core.

If you’re in your sixties and beyond, balance can be really important for your range of movement. An exercise that improves balance equates to better coordination and posture, an increase in communication between the brain and muscles and also acts in stabilizing the hips. 

https://www.oversixty.com.au/health/body/why-cycling-is-perfect-for-over-60s 

Training for Older Riders https://coach-hughes.com/resources/training_for_older_riders.html

Here is a great article on Aging and Performance Tips http://cptips.com/age.htm

and another https://www.tommyhanks.com/th/Agingandcycling-Bragman-edited.html