Monday, February 13, 2017
M3.5 Transportation
The information on transportation provided in this module shed light on how making a drastic change in transportation in the country could lead to a number of health benefits. The statistics provided in the apha public transportation fact sheet seem logical. In the city of Temecula, CA and Murrieta, CA where I live and work, the transportation infrastructure is not conducive to bike commuting or public transportation. I believe I am 1 of a few individuals that bike commute to work. It would be great to see the city where I reside make a drastic change in transportation infrastructure to see the listed benefits in the apha public transportation fact sheet.
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I’m surprised that your city doesn’t facilitate bike paths or public transportation. There are many benefits for the environment derived from public transit. Great that you ride your bike to work, as walking and biking are the best ways to promote a healthy lifestyle. I’d say our choice of transportation depends more on what we are provided. In big cities, cars are too inconvenient due to traffic congestion and difficulty parking. So, alternatives such as buses, subways, light rail or bicycles make sense. In the suburban areas, people are used to personal cars.
ReplyDeleteI'm surprise as well that bike paths and public transportations is not very accessible in Murieta. I should follow your example, and I should walk to work. I live 1 block from my job and a drive my car every day. Mostly it has to do with having to drop off my son at day care before going to work, but perhaps buying a bike to use would be very beneficial. Cities should work towards crating more bike paths and even appropriate walkways to promote healthy behaviors.
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