Everyone Calls It Lazy, But Research And Doctors Agree: ‘It works almost as well as medication’

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Sports physicians from Hannover University of Applied Sciences followed thousands of cyclists and e-bikers over a three-year period. They analyzed data from 58,000 rides, tracking heart rates and physical strain. The expectation was clear: electric assistance would mean minimal effort.

The results, however, told a different story. The average heart rate of e-bikers was barely lower than that of traditional cyclists. According to Professor Uwe Tegtbur, the impact on the heart and blood vessels was nearly identical. You burn calories, the heart works hard, and overall fitness improves. The idea that e-bikers “do nothing” simply doesn’t hold up.

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