Benefits of Active Travel
🚶♀️🚲 Why Walking, Cycling, or Scooting is Awesome! 🛴
Getting to school without a car isn’t just fun—it’s super good for you and the planet!
🌟 How it Helps Your Body
- Get Fitter & Stronger: Walking, biking, or scooting gives your muscles and bones a workout.
- Stay Healthy: Moving every day helps you keep a healthy weight.
- Super Strength: Active travel makes you stronger, faster, and more flexible.
- Fight Germs: Exercise helps your body stay healthy and fight off sickness.
🧠 How it Helps Your Mind
- Sharper Focus: Moving around wakes up your brain, so it’s easier to pay attention in class.
- Happier Mood: Exercise makes your brain release “feel-good” chemicals that make you smile.
- Less Worry: Walking or riding can help melt away stress.
- More Confidence: Learning to get around on your own makes you feel proud and independent.
🎓 School & Life Benefits
- Do Better in School: Kids who are active often do better with learning.
- Street Smarts: Walking and biking help you learn how to be safe around traffic.
- Independence Power: Getting to school by yourself (or with friends) makes you feel grown-up!
🌍 Helping the Planet
- Cleaner Air: Fewer cars mean less pollution and fresher air to breathe.
- Less Traffic: Walking, biking, or scooting helps keep the streets around school safer and less crowded.