Why you should commute by bike?
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Why you should commute by bike?
20 reasons to cycle to work
- Reduce risk of covid-19 contagion.
- It’s good for the economy.
- Trim up and lose weight.
- Reduce your carbon footprint.
- You will get fitter.
- Cleaner air and reduced pollution.
- Explore around you.
- Mental health benefits.
What do you need to bike commute?
The Absolute Essentials
- Bicycle. This is the most essential item of them all.
- Helmet. While we don’t believe a helmet is absolutely essential, in many cities it is the law to wear one.
- Lights. Don’t ride at night without bicycle lights!
- Lock.
- Pannier/Bag.
- Rack.
- Fenders.
- Bell.
How is cycling good for the environment?
Environmental benefits Reduces air pollutants (walking and biking emit no greenhouse gases). Reduces noise pollution and congestion. Reduces the need for new parking lots and roadways. Saves valuable green space from development.
Does bike commuting count as exercise?
Is bike commuting enough exercise? A 7-10 mile commute can be covered in 25-45 minutes and doing it 3 to 5 times a week provides enough cardio exercise for most people. Since cycling doesn’t give a full body workout, it is recommended to do some complementary upper body training to stay in perfect shape.
How safe is it to commute by bike?
Nationwide, you’re more than twice as likely to die while riding a bike than riding in a car, per trip, according to a 2007 study led by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention epidemiologist Laurie Beck. Bike riding is also about 500 times more fatal than riding in a bus.
Why is it better to bike than drive?
Pedaling only 10mph, a 140-pound cyclist burns about 400 calories an hour. And studies prove that biking a few times a week reduces blood pressure and stress while increasing your energy and elevating your overall mood. Your doctor may have to wait a little longer to buy that yacht!
Is cycling to work good for you?
But that’s not why I do it. It may not be a surprise to see another study suggesting that cycling to work can drastically reduce your chances of getting cancer and heart disease – those who ride bikes for transport already know how good it makes them feel.