Biking Adventures
Ammar Hafeez, 2T3 MAM
The pandemic forces us to stay indoors for the majority of our work, school, socialization, and leisure time.
As life changes to this new “normal” (with much uncertainty to its end), it becomes much more important now than it has ever been to engage in physical activity. Exercise not only keeps you physically healthy, but improves your mental health as well!
If you love adventure, going outside and socializing with friends like me, then consider biking (if you aren’t already physically active). It is a great, safe and responsible outdoor activity during the pandemic!
Biking Adventures Vlog – Series 1: Huron Park to Centennial (30km ride)
Here is what I learned from my very first biking trip.
Biking Pro Tips:
Bring WATER!
Bring WATER!!!
Bring WATER!!!!!
Yes, those weren’t typos.
Food that doesn’t melt! Now you can enjoy the scenery.
Disclaimer: I don’t take responsibility for the fun and amazing time you will definitely have when you bike to these scenic locations!
Biking Adventures Vlog – Series 2: Huron Park to and from Danville Park (30km ride)
I had plans to travel to different countries over the summer before the COVID-19 pandemic. I was really looking forward to interacting with people from different cultures, trying new foods, and joining in on the local festivities!
Although being unable to travel was disheartening at first, my first biking trip made me realize that there was much more to explore locally. With a renewed sense of optimism and enthusiasm, here I am dragging my friends to go outside on cool adventures with me!
So, like a plane – take off! Hidden gems tend to be found in the most unexpected places.
Biking Adventures Vlog – Series 8: Principal’s Road
It’s very important to balance your academic responsibilities with self-care to avoid burnout. This became very clear to me during the MSK and neurology anatomy bell ringer madness. What was worse was that I punctured one of my bike tires – I couldn’t go out on biking trips even though I really wanted to.
I didn’t want to get the tire replaced at a bike store. I felt that I should learn how to replace the tire myself if I planned on biking long term. After weeks of watching YouTube tutorials and getting bike parts, I finally fixed my bike!
Although I had to make time for biking, it made me enjoy and endure the academically intense first two months of second year of medical school! Happy October!
Biking Adventures Vlog – Series 9: Woodington Green
When worlds and seasons collide.
If you haven’t taken advantage of the surprisingly pleasant warm weather, do so now before it’s too late!
As the picture shows, summer is hanging on before fall and winter colour the skies.
But with ZOOM fatigue and COVID-19 cases at an all time high, it becomes essential to incorporate physical activity in your daily life in a safe and responsible manner.
Please remember to physically distance when leaving your home!
