You should bike short distances instead of driving because it is more environmentally friendly, is more cost effective, and is a great way to get some exercise.
Cars emit approximately three billion metric tons of carbon dioxide a year worldwide. Biking instead of driving will decrease pollution and reduce your carbon footprint.
In these times where the globe is rapidly heating up, you can do your part to help the environment. Biking is an amazing way to improve your cardiovascular health, build muscle and burn calories.
The link between regular exercise and health benefits are well studied. Exercise lowers your risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes, and is also known to improve mental health.
Why not get some exercise while you run errands?
A bike is more cost effective than a car. It does not need to be filled up with gas, and you wont need to pay for parking.
Bikes are also cheaper to maintain than cars, and repairs won’t cost you an arm and a leg. Try biking for a change, your wallet will thank you.
‘If you bike instead of drive, you will enjoy health benefits’
—letter writer
In some cases, biking can be more convenient than driving. For example, the school traffic in Los Gatos is absolutely horrendous.
In my experience, biking to school is faster because you can go past the traffic. You don’t have to worry about parking or gas. Biking is also a great time to clear your head or listen to music, and is a relaxing way to start the day.
In conclusion, if you bike instead of drive, you will enjoy several benefits to your health, your wallet, and the planet.
Even though biking is generally slower than driving, it is worth it to take a few more minutes and it can even be more convenient in some cases.
Kaylee Johnson,
Los Gatos
