Sam’s Cycling Club (SCC)

Sam’s Cycling Club (SCC) is a group dedicated to all bicycle lovers, with the motto “Go Cycling, Go Green”. SCC has been organizing regular bicycle promotion rides, rallies, and events in various Schools & Institutions for the past few years, promoting the message of making our environment pollution free. SCC has also been providing maintenance & servicing of our member’s bicycles, from time to time for free.

With the message of making Dehradun an eco-friendly city and make people aware of their health status, SCC has taken the initiative to promote the bicycle campaign. We have been pursuing The Public Authorities on the agenda of segregated bicycle lanes, secure bicycle parking, promotion of bicycles etc. and the same has been accepted and appreciated by them.

SCC was formed by three friends Sameer, Sumit & Saurabh, all from different walks of life, but now carried over by Sameer & Sumit from August, 2012. Sameer Narula is a post-graduate and a businessman running a bicycle shop under the name of M/s New Narula Cycle Works in Dehradun and Sumit Grover being an Advocate, practicing in taxation with a leading tax lawyer in town. Sameer takes care of all the activities for the coordination between the members and the support from companies and Sumit being the IT partner handling all the online activities of the club.

Presently, SCC members comprise of bicycle enthusiasts and people from different walks of life who feel the need to have greener, safer and equitable transportation for all. We have been supported and appreciated by various organisations and societies.

HOW YOU CAN JOIN US?

Membership of the Club is open to all the people who are concerned about issues like Health and Environment. Interested volunteers may e-mail at samscyclingclub@gmail.com or Click Here to file an online Registration Form or you may contact the concerned persons on the below-mentioned numbers:

Sameer : +919412917701

Sumit : +919412325305

Monday, February 21, 2011

Numerous Benefits of Cycling

Cycling is not just a fuel efficient, eco-friendly way to move around. It is also a great way to workout that will improve your overall health.


Benefits of cycling on physical health
Cycling exposes you to sunlight that generates vitamin D in the body. Vitamin D helps prevent osteoporosis, breast cancer and prostate cancer.


Cycling helps in improving cardiovascular fitness by lowering cholesterol levels and reducing blood pressure. Cycling 20 miles per week can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease to less than half.


It increases joint movement and therefore, reduces the risk of arthritis by strengthening joints. Cycling motion can strengthen knees by providing nourishment that builds up cartilage.


Being an aerobic workout, it helps pump in more oxygen in the lungs, thereby making then stronger. It combats the danger of acquiring respiratory ailments.


Cycling increases the production of cells that attack bacteria and strengthens the immune system.


The sweat generated during cycling helps you get rid of various toxins present in your body, leaving you with a healthier skin and body.


Helps in losing weight
Cycling is a fast and an energetic workout that helps in improving the metabolic rate of the body. At a speed of 12 mph on a flat road you can burn some 450 kcal an hour. This will help you lose weight and combat the ill-effects of obesity.


Cycling mainly works the upper thigh, calf and backside muscles. It helps in shaping and firming thighs, calf muscles and the pelvis region. It works in reducing cellulite from the thigh region as well.


Mental Fitness
Cycling releases endorphins in the blood stream that helps in reducing stress and creating a feeling of contentment and happiness.
It helps in building a child’s self-confidence and stimulates his\her overall growth.


Cycling outdoors brings you closer to nature, helps you appreciate the scenic beauty and gives you a sense of freedom. You can escape the hum drum of your busy life, give wings to your imagination and set your spirit free.


It is easy to incorporate cycling in your daily routine. If you don’t have the extra time for a fitness program use a cycle as a means of transport to office or for errands to the market and enjoy the benefits of cycling.

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