Travel
On yer bike
What
Chopper, mountain bike, racer or penny-farthing. Whatever wheels you have – get ‘em rolling!
You don’t have to be the next Bradley Wiggins to call yourself a cyclist. Switch a few journeys from petrol to pedal power and get fit while saving money, carbon and time.
Why
Bicycles have zero carbon emissions. Nill, none, nada. In 2014, more than 40% of car journeys were less than two miles long2.
These short car journeys are not very fuel efficient: cars can emit twice as pollution in the first five minutes of running3, and these distances can easily be covered with a bike.
How
Modern sedentary life makes us ill; cycling is a great antidote. Skipping the car or bus and hopping on a bike lowers stress levels, increases stamina, improves leg strength - in fact, cycling uses every muscle in the body yet is kind on the joints.
Research shows aerobic exercise can reduce levels of bad cholesterol4 and decrease the risk of cancer from between 20 and 80%5. And, look! No expensive gym fees.
