BikeRadar Podcast | Understanding the mental health benefits of cycling

Tom and Rob chat with Ryan Oldfield, the founder of TotalMTB, to find out how riding and mental health interact

Ian Linton / Immediate Media

Published: August 16, 2021 at 6:00 pm

Almost anyone who rides a bike will understand the positive impact cycling can have on your mental health, whether that's as a form of escapism or simply because it's downright fun.

In the latest episode of the podcast, BikeRadar's Rob Weaver and Tom Marvin sit down with Ryan Oldfield, the founder of TotalMTB, to discuss how riding bikes can help contribute towards improving both your mental and physical health.

TotalMTB is a non-profit organisation set up to increase awareness of mental health issues. Visit TotalMTB.co.uk for more information.


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