FITNESS WITH CAR TYRES

The tyre change rule of thumb

Every year around Easter, winter tyres get removed and summer tyres are mounted. The rule of thumb is to change tyres in the E-O, O-E rhythm, i.e. summer tyres are driven from Easter to October and winter tyres from October to Easter. If you want to be more precise, you can mount your summer tyres if the temperature remains higher for a longer period of time. In Austria, for example, the period of the situational winter tyre requirement must also be observed. But before switching, the condition of your tyres must be checked.

Where to put the old car tyres?

Either your tyre dealer will take back the old ones when you buy new tyres or you can dispose of the tyres through a certified waste disposal company. Since 2013, used tyres can no longer be stored in landfills. They must be broken down into their individual components and disposed of by specialised companies and this process is very costly. Another way to breathe new life into the tyres is called upcycling, i.e. the recycling of old tyres into things such as flower boxes, furniture or baskets. There are no limits to creativity in how old tyres can create new everyday objects. 

But did you know that discarded tyres make excellent devices for dynamic strength exercises or body fitness exercises?

In this way, you can not only make your car fit for summer, but also your six-pack. This type of upcycling of car tyres is ideal for the "Farm Fitness" sports trend. This is where old tools from farms such as chains, tyres or iron hammers are revived for sports exercises. Also heavy flour sacks or water bottles can serve to strengthen your body.

The important thing is that the exercise equipment can withstand any weather and be durable because Farm Fit is practiced outdoors, in any weather and without mercy. This sports trend is not entirely new, but is rather a mixture of Crossfit and Street Fitness, where it is primarily about converting existing everyday objects into sports equipment. Just a little bit harder!

Physical exercises with tyres are suitable for people who like to be outdoors in the fresh air.

With just one fitness device, a car tyre, a variety of training variants can be carried out to build strength and endurance. For all those who want to try this sport at home, we have just the right exercises:

When temperatures skyrocket, it’s high time to check the condition of your summer tyres. Are they fit for another season? If not, do not dispose of them immediately, rather start with our special class of fitness exercises. If you need new tyres for your vehicle, here are some tips to help you buy new summer tyres:

• When purchasing new tyres, pay attention to the production date. Sometimes tyres are stored at dealers for a few years, which results in signs of ageing in the rubber compound. The production date can be found on the side of the tire itself (DOT number). Up to 5 years after production, tyres are considered as good as new.
• Which tyre dimension is the right one for your summer tyre can also be seen on the tyre sidewall, in your car’s logbook or on the inside of the driver's door, fuel filler cap or glove compartment.