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Kinda. Bike riding is more about stamina and endurance than sheer strength, so don't expect your muscles to grow that much from it. It's a good low-impact cardio exercise though.
Only if you make an effort and are at least slightly out of breath but able to hold a conversation without difficulty. riding V slowly doesnt do much.

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