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Active transport Active transport is defined as physical activity undertaken as a means of transport and not purely as a form of recreation. Active transport generally refers to walking and cycling for travel to and/or from a destination, but may also include other activities such as roller blading or use of public transport. Many people find that choosing active transport is an effective way of building physical activity into their daily routines. Active transport also benefits the Tasmanian community and the environment of reduced traffic congestion and greenhouse gas emissions. Here are some ideas that might help you incorporate active transport into your lifestyle: Think twice about using your car for every trip. Could you walk or use your bike to visit friends? Cycle to work. Dust off your bicycle and cycle instead of driving to work. Be prepared. Trade in your dress shoes for running shoes, strap on a backpack and walk all, or part of the way to work or school. Cycle to the park. Instead of driving your children to the park, why not make it a family outing on your bikes. Are you thinking about moving? Think about the transportation options available to you in the new locations you are considering. How far will the distance be to those places you regularly need to get to? Could you walk to do most of your small errands? How far away is the nearest school for your child? Is your new neighbourhood ‘pedestrian friendly’?
The Walking Bus Program The Walking Bus Program is an excellent example of how to incorporate active transport into your day. An initiative of the Department of Education, the program aims to promote walking to and from school within your community. This program provides children with the opportunity to engage in regular physical activity and learn road safety rules as they walk to and from school under adult supervision. For more information about the Walking Bus Program, visit the Department of Educations physical activity initiatives webpage by clicking here.
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