What summer 2011 is all about!

This summer you need to do something different. Something to make it the most fun summer of your life. You need to make a big commitment- a pledge to bike everywhere you go this summer.  Now, this does not mean if your going out of state, you have to bike.  But, if your destination is within a 5-10 mile radius for beginners or up to 20 miles for experienced fit bikers, bike to your destination rather than driving.

There are 3 great reasons why you should bike everywhere you go this summer:

1) Money. This is the most obvious and best reason to bike, to save money on gas. Gas prices are continuing to rise and it is pointless to waste gas driving around your neighborhood starting and stopping repeatedly. Biking may take a little longer, but it will save a remarkable amount of money. And we all like to save money.  This money can be saved to help pay for bills or college, or you can use it as more spending money to have fun this summer.  Things like bowling and go carts and water parks are expensive, but now you have extra money from saving on gas.

2) Exercise. As we all know, America is very fat. Although you may not be fat, a little exercise never hurt anybody. It will help you no matter what. Exercise makes you feel good because of the endorphins it releases in your brain.  Being fit and feeling good mentally and emotionally will make your summer much more enjoyable.

3) The Environment. We have all heard about the Global Warming and environmental issues and everyone is trying to be more environmentally conscious. There are hybrid cars now, but those don't even compare to bicycles. Even if you don't believe in the global warming hype, (I, for one, do not) helping the environment is still a good thing. And don't forget the money you are saving.

If you do not already have a bike, go out and buy one- you could find a good one for $100 or less... this is much cheaper than what you spend on gas throughout the summer and it will last for a long time. If you would like a nice accessory, buy an odometer- this will track your mileage for one ride, total mileage, and it will calculate your speed for you.  They start around $20 and make riding even more fun.

So this summer, make a pledge to yourself to bike everywhere possible to help your wallet, your body, and the environment. With more money in your pocket and a better fit body, it will be the best summer of your life! Share this blog with your friends and family and let's see how many people we can get to join this movement by the end of summer!