Published on Tuesday, June 10, 2025
June 1st marked the start of Bike Month, a celebration of cycling and all the ways it supports our health, our environment, and our communities. Grey Bruce Public Health encourages residents of all ages to take advantage of the longer days, fresh air, and beautiful local routes by hopping on a bike!
Cycling for leisure, exercise, commuting, and active transport are great ways to support positive health changes by contributing to an individual's recommended daily physical activity as set out by the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP). In Grey Bruce during 2021, 23.3% of adults were not meeting the national physical activity guidelines of 150 minutes of physical activity (PA) a week, only slightly below the provincial rate (23.7%) (PHO, 2024). Keep up the good work and encourage our children and youth to get more active.
Physical Activity in Grey Bruce Children and Youth
Public Health Ontario's data underscores the need to encourage physical activity among children and youth in our community, as trends show a consistent decline in their activity levels (CHSCY, 2019, PHO, 2024).
These figures underscore the need for increased opportunities and encouragement for physical activity among our young residents. Cycling is an excellent way to incorporate more movement into daily routines, offering both health benefits and enjoyment.
Why Bike?
Bicycling is a fun, low-impact way to get active and stay healthy. Just a short ride each day can:
Canada’s 24-Hour Movement Guidelines recommend:
Learn more about the physical activity recommendations by visiting publichealthgreybruce.on.ca/Your-Health/Active-Living/Physical-Activity
Ride Smart and Safe! Before you go make sure:
Find more safety tips and resources:
publichealthgreybruce.on.ca/Your-Health/Injury-Prevention/Road-Safety/Cycling-Safety or visit: Ontario Bicycle Safety
Trail maps and Cycling Routes in Grey Bruce Grey Bruce is filled with scenic cycling routes suitable for all skill levels. Whether you're seeking leisurely trails or challenging terrains, there's something for everyone.
Celebrate Bike Month with Us
Set a family goal, try biking to work, or simply spend more time outdoors on two wheels. Share your rides using #BikeMonth and tag @greybrucepublichealth to show how you’re celebrating. Let’s keep Grey Bruce moving, one pedal at a time.
Categories: Your Health, Active Living
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