Originally Posted by
songsoftime
Hey guys, I've been battling depression for 10 plus years now and am constantly tired every day.Recently, I've decided to try biking and,to my surprise, it has made me feel happy,energetic and clear headed in god knows how long.
It's called endorphins.
"When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These endorphins interact with the receptors in your brain that reduce your perception of pain.
Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body, similar to that of morphine. For example, the feeling that follows a run or workout is often described as "euphoric." That feeling, known as a "runner's high," can be accompanied by a positive and energizing outlook on life." - from WebMD.com
Originally Posted by
songsoftime
Now I'm looking to get a real bike as the current bike I'm using is a cheapo second hand bike.My budget is 1000 ...
Take your $1000 and visit a few bike shops. Tell the owner/manager your riding plans, how often and how far you ride, where you'll ride, your budget, etc. Test ride every bike that is suggested. Then tell us what bike brought home. Have fun.