Wise words to contemplate
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As we age, the more adventures we need to take to keep our minds sharp and our spirits high.
Motorcycle road trips, often thought of as pure fun, offer impressive mental and physical benefits, especially for older adults.
Riding a motorcycle requires keen focus, decision-making, and quick reflexes, which engage the brain's prefrontal cortex. This level of mental stimulation has been linked to cognitive health and dementia prevention, as shown in studies like Kawashima's research at Tohoku University.
The thrill of the ride also boosts dopamine levels, with research in the Journal of Positive Psychology suggesting that new, exciting activities help lift mood and counter depression or anxiety, common issues for many in later years.
Physically, motorcycling strengthens core muscles, balance, and coordination, contributing to long-term physical fitness.
The American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that moderate physical activities can help reduce disability risks in older adults, which makes motorcycling an unexpected ally in healthy aging.
Furthermore, the act of riding induces a meditative 'flow' state that reduces stress by lowering cortisol levels, as reported in the journal Mindfulness.
Add in the social bonds built along the way-interactions with fellow riders or locals on the road-and you have an adventure that supports mental, physical, and social well-being, a formula for a happier, healthier life.
As we age, the more adventures we need to take to keep our minds sharp and our spirits high.
Motorcycle road trips, often thought of as pure fun, offer impressive mental and physical benefits, especially for older adults.
Riding a motorcycle requires keen focus, decision-making, and quick reflexes, which engage the brain's prefrontal cortex. This level of mental stimulation has been linked to cognitive health and dementia prevention, as shown in studies like Kawashima's research at Tohoku University.
The thrill of the ride also boosts dopamine levels, with research in the Journal of Positive Psychology suggesting that new, exciting activities help lift mood and counter depression or anxiety, common issues for many in later years.
Physically, motorcycling strengthens core muscles, balance, and coordination, contributing to long-term physical fitness.
The American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that moderate physical activities can help reduce disability risks in older adults, which makes motorcycling an unexpected ally in healthy aging.
Furthermore, the act of riding induces a meditative 'flow' state that reduces stress by lowering cortisol levels, as reported in the journal Mindfulness.
Add in the social bonds built along the way-interactions with fellow riders or locals on the road-and you have an adventure that supports mental, physical, and social well-being, a formula for a happier, healthier life.
STe_rsv4 said:
As a counter argument, I sometimes come back from riding being freezing cold, unable to bend my neck or back, frustrated at being unable to open the taps and depressed from knowing the ride is over and I have to go back to reality 
I was going to post something similar... but, apparently, it's all good character building stuff.STe_rsv4 said:
As a counter argument, I sometimes come back from riding being freezing cold, unable to bend my neck or back, frustrated at being unable to open the taps and depressed from knowing the ride is over and I have to go back to reality
I've got some chips over here for you to piss on, if you like 
STe_rsv4 said:
As a counter argument, I sometimes come back from riding being freezing cold, unable to bend my neck or back, frustrated at being unable to open the taps and depressed from knowing the ride is over and I have to go back to reality
Or equally getting frustrated sitting looking at your bike going nowhere in the garage, because it’s blowing a gale and there’s been that much rain that all the roads are flooded again! SteveKTMer said:
Whoever wrote that has never ridden in the SE of England on a Saturday morning !
Or went head first into the 'Welcome to Blair Drummond Safari Park' sign post, or used their face as a brake at Craner curves. If anything motorcycling has accelerated my risk of Dementia. Biker9090 said:
I got as bored reading this as I did the actual book.
I gave up between half way and two thirds though. Perhaps I'll finish it one day.Some 'news' piece on Radio 4 was talking about adult toys as in toys bought for adults, like Lego. The spokesperson said that it allowed adults to escape the everyday before having to return to being a grown up again. They said that the toys were 'palate cleansers for the minds.' That's what motorcycles are.
I thought that had some nice imagery and music and in it. Is the motorcycle and journey just a prop, a MacGuffin to make a nice video?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3qFXArFIl4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3qFXArFIl4
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