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Get On Yer Bikes and Ride

In an era where we are all being encouraged to use public transportation in the hopes of saving on gas “petrol” and therefore reducing carbon emissions, other methods might get overlooked. Therefore we are going to examine how cycling can have an even greater effect with added health benefits built in.

If we look at Holland where the government has made huge strides to “greenify” main cities, we can get some great ideas on how to make our lives a little greener.
The people of Holland are committed to their bicycles. Many towns have paths dedicated solely to cyclists, allowing entire families to travel together in relative safety. Some of these paths even have their own traffic lights and riders must obey quite stringent road rules.

The government is also dedicated to making Holland’s cities greener. It is harder to get around the main cities by car and more expensive – parking can be a nightmare and cost a pretty penny.

In our local town, it is easy to get around by bike and we often times will ride up to our local supermarket to shop. As a health benefit, this form of cardio exercise is fabulous for your heart and can give your legs a great workout. Personally, I’ve also found that riding can relax away tension and help clear your mind of any clutter.

So get out there and ride!