May 03, 2008

Air pollution has emerged as one of the most pressing issues of 21st century. The menace is speedily raising its ugly head all over the world as the quantity of carbon gigantically increases. The gruesome issues of ruthless deforestation, absence of treatment plants in the factories, non-implementation of environmental protection laws, the household use of wood in rural areas, garbage burning, persistent utilisation of plastic bags and other non-recyclable material, smoking, massive use of modern luxuries like air-conditioners, refrigerators etc. are systematically spoiling the atmosphere.

But nothing is adding more fuel to this fire than the budding trend of migration to cities, overpopulation and influx of car-leasing schemes with soft terms, increasing fuelled vehicles on the roads and pollution in the air.

What could be the solution? Making bicycles a first choice; an experiment which has proved to be of a major significance in China not only in reducing carbon in the air but also in reducing congestion on the roads as six bicycles typically fitted in the space occupied by one car literally. “Bicycle is a perfect antidote to pollution and answer to physical fitness,” say Chinese Environmental Experts.

An affordable and light environment-friendly choice, bicycle makes less noise and takes less space. Few other solutions are as effective as encouraging cycling, to reduce carbon emission in the air, an answer that suits both you and your atmosphere.

Biking is a great exercise, too. For those of us who don’t like exercising indoors, bike riding is a great way to get exercise and to get somewhere in life. Ride with friends or family, or go solo and let your daydreams keep you company. If you don’t have time to ride for exercise, adopt it as a means of travelling. For short distances that are mangeable on bike don’t take the care, rather hop on your bike and padel along. Run errands, commute to school or work or just go out and pedal hard to feel the wind in your face. Ride the road or hit the trails. With modern bike technology, almost no area is out of bounds.

Biking requires a smooth and fluid peddling movement. It is highly recommended by physicians everywhere. There are many types of biking activities which you can do for fitness.

It is a great aerobic or cardiovascular workout. Biking gets the heart rate beating above its normal speed and burns calories and fat. Aerobic exercise keeps our hearts healthy and in good working order. Compared to walking, biking increases the heart rate faster and the pounding on the joints, like jogging can cause, is eliminated.

Biking is fun and fast. Getting anywhere walking or jogging takes a long time. Riding a bike brings upon an accomplished feeling because the pace is fast. Another advantage is coasting. By taking short breaks by coasting on a bike can allow your legs to rest while still moving.

So say good-bye to obesity and yes to the fitness both of you and your environment. Let’s get, set ‘n’ go!