Bicycles
Riding a bicycle is a great form of exercise; it actually puts less strain on your body than jogging does. However, there are risks
to riding a bicycle, which can be reduced by wearing a helmet and taking other safety precautions.
Protect Your Head – Wear a Helmet
- Be sure your helmet meets government safety standards.
- The helmet should fit snugly and flat on top of your head; do not wear it tilted back.
- Your helmet should not obstruct your field of vision.
- Make sure your chin strap is buckled at all times.
- Do not use a helmet that has been involved in an accident.
Other Bicycle Safety Tips
- Avoid biking at night. If you must ride at night, wear reflective clothing and install head and tail lights on your bicycle.
- Wear bright colors during the day.
- Always check your brakes and wheels before each ride.
- Educate yourself on traffic laws.
- Ride with the traffic and remain alert.
