What could be crazier than watching the World Cup? According to a recent CNN article, two French supporters cycled 7,000 kilometers in three months to cheer on the French players in the World Cup in Doha, Qatar's capital.
"It's a ridiculous notion, but we're the kind of individuals that dream big and don't want any regrets," one of the riders, Mehdi Balamissa, said. "Because we are all self-employed, we decided to ride for three months to Qatar."
After riding from France to Italy to watch the UEFA Nations League last year, the two came up with the idea of cycling to Qatar to put their skills to the test, according to the report. They think that riding will help spread the word about the advantages of green and sustainable transport, and they aim to deliver cycling classes to poor children when they return.
Balamisa and Gabriel Martin are said to have started out from the Stade de France in Paris, covered 13 nations in the middle, and averaged 115 kilometers each day. They slept when required and arrived in Qatar after a long travel to Lusail Stadium, where they were able to meet and take photos with the French players. France coach Didier Deschamps also presented each of them with a signed national team shirt.
Along the route, the two encountered several challenges, including bicycle tire bursts. They had to drive 15 hours to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to locate a bike repair shop, and then another 15 hours back to where the tire bursts were.
"We had a lot of challenges, but we worked our way through them," Martin added. "Bike travel is very adaptable and can be adjusted to any circumstance."
They now state that they will remain in Qatar to see the French team's game before flying back home.
Cycling is a very good way of exercising, and people are paying more and more attention to sports nowadays. Exercise can make us healthier and prevent diseases.
1. Strengthen blood vessels
Bicycles are one of the best tools for overcoming heart function problems. Cycling has the effect of strengthening blood vessels, which plays a very good role in promoting blood circulation.
2. Simple and convenient
Some people don't like to go to the gym, maybe because of time, maybe because of laziness. Then cycling is the best option. Listening to music while exercising is a good choice, which is good for your body.
3. Relax
When you exercise, your brain releases endorphins. This substance relaxes the mind and body. The body also releases endorphins when cycling, which can reduce stress, relax the mind, and ultimately make people feel happy.
At the same time, you can breathe fresh air during cycling, which can help supplement vitamin D and reduce the occurrence of some diseases. Cycling for 20 minutes to half an hour every morning can ensure that the body absorbs enough vitamin D.
If you insist on riding a bicycle every day, you will have unexpected gains. Cycling is a strengthening effect on the body, and it is also a good choice for preventing diseases.
