Summary: In 1969, 42% of kids rode their bikes to school rather than take a bus. In 2009, that number dropped to 13%. Now there are more than 30% of children who are overweight and 17% of them are considered obese. This article is not saying riding the bus causes people to gain weight; it is saying that people who walk or ride their bikes have more physical activity than the kids who take the school bus. Researchers say that kids who are walking and riding their bikes increased their active commuting time by 30%. This ultimately helps the kids.
Critique: I agree with the article. Kids just don’t understand how it is important to stay healthy. It is proven that when we exercise and eat healthy, we have a better chance at living a long, strong, healthy life.
Impact: According to the article, if students continue to increase their activity, it would make them healthier. This could lead to healthier generations to come. The percentage of the people that are obese would decrease if this current generation of students continues to exercise and stay healthy.
My wife wants me to ride my bike more. I think we should all bring our bike to school and ride for 30 minutes before school. Yes?
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