Health and fitness

Want to get healthier and happier? If so it's time to get on your bike.

Cycling is a convenient and low cost way to get around and lets you fit exercise into your daily routine. It is recommended to ride a bike for 20 to 30 minutes three times a week to achieve the minimum level of weekly physical activity.

Half of all car journeys made in suburban London are less than two kilometres - easily within walking or cycling distance. King's Cross to Farringdon and Liverpool Street to Chancery Lane are both around two kilometres by foot.

A 20-minute bike ride will burn off a whole pack of wine gums, while a 30-minute walk is equivalent to a small glass of wine.

It's also a practical way to help tackle climate change. If you're getting out of your car and on to your bike then why not take the imovelondon pledge.

Over the past year the number of cyclists in London has grown by 83 per cent and many London boroughs offer free cycle training to residents, so there's never been a better time to get pedalling.

So it's over to you - get fitter and get happier by getting on your bike.

imovelondon pledge

Make a pledge to create a better lifestyle for everyone in London today. Pledge your support to imovelondon by leaving your car at home just one day each week and instead walk, cycle, car share or take public transport to your destination.

Make your pledge now.