Why Biking to Work Might Be the Best Decision You Ever Make
Why Biking to Work Might Be the Best Decision You Ever Make
Conducted over an impressive 18-year span, this study delves into the long-term health benefits of biking to work.
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Right up until you get run over
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I got run over, broke my arm, got surgery, and still love bike commuting. I won't let reckless drivers have the power to affect my lifestyle.
360 camera on my helmet now and live in a more bike friendly place.
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I’m aware of this possibility. It’s just…the bike isn’t the problem. Two bikes crash, both fine. Two pedestrians crash, both fine. Two trains crash once in a double blue moon. It’s only cars. Just cars that keep resulting in these tragedies - THEY are the cause. Not the other, non-armored-tank modes.
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Well yeah, then you do not have to go to work anymore.
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You have a very valid point there.
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Just be sure to get hit by a rich person so you can sue and always make sure you have a camera rolling.
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Buy insurance too, the one that covers getting hit while commuting.
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It also helps to start out rich, so you can survive through the inevitable lawsuit and delays.
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My doctor said all the commuting will make me a great organ donor.
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According to their study, cycling commuters had:
A 47% lower risk of dying from any cause. A 10% lower chance of ending up in the hospital for any reason.
So statistically, it's safer than sitting on your ass all day, even including the risks.
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Or, move to a place that allows you to have a bike friendly commute.
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