Pick a Healthy Transportation Alternative
Biking and walking, also known as active transportation, are re-gaining popularity as healthy, efficient and economical means of transportation. Because of this increase in popularity, bicycle commuting is getting easier and the number of bike lanes and trails continues to grow. More and more cyclists and pedestrians are connecting to transit as well for their commute. Many state and local leaders are even planning for and building more walkable communities.
Benefits
Walking and biking contributes to a healthier community—physically, socially and economically. Those who make active transportation a part of their lifestyle save money on fuel, spend less time in traffic congestion and integrate physical activity into their daily routine. Active transportation helps alleviate personal stress, reduce rush-hour congestion, vehicle emissions and fuel consumption and lessens the amount of parking needed.