Bicycling is one method of cardiovascular exercise and muscular endurance. Whether competitively riding or leisurely passing through the local neighborhood, bicycling can be a great way to achieve daily calorie expenditure goals.
Calories Burned
According to Harvard Medical School website, a 125-pound person burns 480 calories cycling at a rate of 12 to 13.9 miles per hour. A person weighing 185 pounds expends 710 calories per hour riding at the same rate of speed.
Factors
Factors other than weight influence the hourly amount of calorie used. According to Mayo Clinic.com, "an exerciser's age plays a role due to metabolism decreases over time." Gender also influences the amount of calories burned. Typically, males burn a greater amount of energy than females.
Fueling the Body
It is important to consume a sufficient supply of energy to sustain an hour ride. Choose slow burning carbohydrate foods to power the body through the exercise. Replenishing after the ride is just as important to aid in refueling and recovery.
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