Forget the car --Take your bike

A few weeks ago, I bought a bike from my friend's garage sale for $40. I used to love cruising around the neighbourhood but hadn't travelled on two wheels since my old bike was accidentally sold in my mom's garage sale. My partner Jon expressed disbelief that I would ever use the bike and I became determined to prove him wrong. I started biking everywhere nearby -- the bank, the grocery store, the gym. Each trip is usually no more than 20 minutes (40 minutes round trip) but I live in a hilly neighbourhood so it makes a difference. In fact, an average person can burn 152 calories in 20 minutes on a bike at a moderate effort. I bought a cute little basket so I can tote my purse along too.

Biking outside makes me feel invigorated and proud of myself for adding in fitness where I can. And I'm doing something good for the environment to boot. I challenge you to do the same -- take the bike, or walk, to places nearby. Even if you're only adding 5 minutes to your workout total time, it makes a difference.

How often do you travel on two wheels?