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London Professionals Turn to Gravel Biking for Stress Relief
9/9/2025
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Story summary
- London professionals are experiencing high work-related stress, leading to increased outdoor activities like gravel biking for mental health.
- Gravel biking merges physical activity with nature, fostering a "flow state" that reduces stress.
- Regular cycling enhances mood, cognitive function, and resilience against workplace pressures.
- Companies are backing cycling initiatives, recognizing their benefits for employee well-being and productivity.
- Braintree, Essex, offers mental health training to help individuals and businesses tackle mental health challenges.