It’s now easier than ever for you to ride with young children:
- Good foot support makes the journey much more comfortable for children, and good padding protects young bottoms from bumps
- Straps and padded headrests are essential because children will sometimes fall asleep on a ride
- Look for seats that can grow with your child and are compatible with panniers.
Active travel means walking and cycling for those everyday journeys. Building regular physical activity into your normal daily routine will help you lead a longer, healthier life. Even a hectic life can be a healthy one.
Activities: Active Travel
Get active, getting there!
Active travel means walking and cycling for those everyday journeys. Building regular physical activity into your normal daily routine will help you lead a longer, healthier life. Even a hectic life can be a healthy one.
Who is it for?
Active travel is for everyone, regardless of age. You don’t need to be ‘sporty’ to lead an active lifestyle, nor do you need special equipment. Bikes are inexpensive and walking costs nothing at all.
Why get active?
- Get healthy – being regularly active can help you to control your weight, maintain good mental health, and lower your risk from major diseases including obesity, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and some cancers.
- Have fun – there’s no need to go it alone. You can get active with friends, colleagues or family. Local walking or cycling groups can provide friendship and fresh air.
- Save money – the average car costs £££’s a year to run….
How much is enough?
Aim for 30 minutes of moderate activity on five or more days of the week and for children, an hour per day, every day.
Choose an activity that causes your heart rate and body temperature to rise above the normal level. This includes walking and cycling.
If you have any specific medical concerns, please consult your GP first.
What you can do…
Make a start! – here’s the good news: if you do little or no exercise than undertaking some physical activity, even a little, will make a real difference to your health.
Get walking – this is one of the easiest ways for most people to get active. Why not take a stroll during your lunch break each week.
Swap a journey – try walking or cycling for one journey you normally make by car. Walk or cycle to work, school, the shops, or when visiting family and friends. Use public transport, but walk to the bus stop or train station; it still counts towards your daily 30 minutes.
For more information see this Cornwall Council web page.
