Over the last few years cycling to work has become more popular than ever.
In the last few years, cycling has become more popular than ever taking over people’s lives as a clean and effective way of commuting to work, but why? Here we’ll break down the top points that explain how cycling has taken over so fast. So no matter if you’re an experienced cyclist or you’re just starting, you’ll find the list of benefits go on and on.
Cost-effective
No matter where you are in the world, what type of bike you have, or how experienced you are, cycling will always be a cheaper option than getting public transport or driving to work.
Whilst the gear required to cycle safely might cost you a small amount, and some more if you want the best stuff available, every time you cycle to work you’ll save money.
Environmentally friendly
By choosing to cycle to work you’re also helping the planet, cycling is greener and a much more sustainable alternative to commuting by car or public transport as bikes emit no greenhouse gas. As well as this, nowadays bikes are frequently made with 100% recyclable materials which also have a low manufacturing input and maintenance cost, giving you the peace of mind that you’re doing the planet good when you cycle to work.
Exercise
If you’re looking for a way to incorporate some more exercise into your lifestyle without sacrificing your valuable time outside of your work, then cycling to work can be a great way to cram more exercise into your life without disrupting your out-of-work routine.
Cycling just 15 minutes to and from work each working day would see you reaching the minimum amount of aerobic exercise recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO), perfect for any of us looking to cram in some more exercise.
Cycle to work initiative
If you don’t already own a bike or want to upgrade, you should ask if your workplace offers the cycle to work scheme. This scheme allows you to sacrifice a small portion of your monthly salary, meaning that you don’t pay tax for the bike. This way you’re saving money buying, and cycling to work.
It’s quicker
Alright – maybe not always, But you’d be surprised at how fast you can commute to work by using a bike. Instead of sitting in traffic for hours in a car, you can zip to and from work with very little effort on a bike.
As well as that, all the time spent cycling is spent for a good reason, you’re exercising!
Cycle Accident Claims are here for you
Naturally, if you’re commuting during the busier hours of the day, you’re going to have to be extra careful on the roads. Whilst you can take measures to prevent them, accidents do happen.
If you’re wondering what to do in the unlikely event of an accident, then you can find out more by reading our guide on what to do if you’re knocked off your bike
Alternatively, if you’re in the unfortunate circumstance that you want to start a claim, we’re more than happy to support you at Cycle Accident and get you the compensation that you deserve.
