The health benefits of regular exercise are well documented. Bicycling and walking are perfect forms of exercise for all ages, all places, and all seasons. The state, national, and international studies below make this case.
National
Federal Highway Administration
FHA as an agency of the US Department of Transportation makes the case for better health through bicycling. Read more …
Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center
This extensive website highlights the many ways bicycling is good for our health. It also has detailed statistics and even webinars on this issue if you’re interested. Read more …
Bicycling Magazine
This article shows why bicycling is good for our “brain” as well as our body. Read more …
Bike Radar
This digital magazine lists 30 reasons we should bike. Read more …
Biking Expert
This website provides a good summary of the environmental, health and financial benefits of cycling. Read more ...
International
Australia
The Victoria government enumerates the reasons we should all bike for our health. Read more …
Great Britain
The National Health System shows citizens of the UK how they can be healthier through cycling. Read more …