Cycling has always been a favorite past time for kids but over the last few decades it has become an activity that families like to enjoy together. It teaches children balance and co-ordination which are gross motor skills that are essential for a child’s development. It also teaches them road sense and how to stay safe and look out for traffic hazards.
The exercise that cycling provides is essential for a child’s well-being. Childhood obesity is a serious and growing public health issue in the US and in many other Western nations. Cycling helps your child burn off calories and is great for their heart and lung health. It establishes patterns of behavior and a healthy lifestyle that your child will take forward as they develop into an adult.