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May is National Bike Month - time to dust off the old bike and go for a ride.
Biking is great exercise. It's easier on your joints that running, and going up hills can really make you work up a sweat. A 150 pound person can burn 200-250 calories in a 30 minute, moderate intensity bike ride. Plus, biking is more economical and environmentally friendly than driving your car. Now that gas prices are higher than ever, and don't seem to be falling, biking is an even more attractive alternative. Try biking to work, to the store, or out to lunch or dinner. If you are new to biking, or haven't biked in a while, be sure your bike is in good condition and that your helmet meets the standards. Since 1999, helmets are required to pass tests to ensure that they do not block your vision, do not come off in an accident, and they must significantly reduce the force of a blow to your head when it hits a hard surface. This applies to riders on the road and off-road on trails. If you are already a biker, National Bike Month is a great time to educate those in your community about sharing the road and about bike safety. Whether you are new to biking, getting back on for the first time in a while, or an old pro, get out and ride to celebrate National Bike Month! For more information on the statewide Eat Smart, Move More NC initiative or to find out how your community can promote healthy eating and physical activity, visit www.eatsmartmovemorenc.com on the Web. (Images provided by Eat Smart Move More.)
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