Should texting while walking be banned?
February 4, 2020, 3:42 p.m. by John Platt
More places want to fine people who cross the street with their eyes glued to their phones.
How exercise can make you happier
November 6, 2019, 11:50 a.m. by Russell McLendon
A growing body of research suggests exercise can provide a powerful buffer against anxiety and depression.
The dream of building a coast-to-coast scenic bike trail just got real
May 14, 2019, 1:10 p.m. by Matt Hickman
It will cover 4,000 miles over 12 states — with nary a car in sight.
How you open your car door matters to cyclists
October 10, 2018, 9:33 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
A simple change in how we open car doors.
World's first recycled plastic bike path opens in the Netherlands
September 21, 2018, 10:21 a.m. by Matt Hickman
This path in Zwolle is paved with the equivalent of a half-million plastic bottle caps.
London to boot cars from its busiest shopping street
November 13, 2017, 7:12 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Pedestrianizing Oxford Street is a brilliant idea ... but what about cyclists?
Canada opens world's longest hiking trail that stretches coast to coast
September 6, 2017, 10:28 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Open to biking, kayaking and cross-country skiing, this 15,000-mile-trail isn't your run-of-the-mill recreational trail.
World's largest bicycle parking garage unveiled in the Netherlands
August 14, 2017, 12:22 p.m. by Matt Hickman
Excellent! Though some worry that 12,500 bike parking spots won't be enough.
280 miles of hidden British bike paths rediscovered on Google Street View
May 12, 2017, 10:17 a.m. by Matt Hickman
The push to revive a network of defunct 1930s-era cycleways begins.
Clever traffic system helps Dutch cyclists sail through green lights
May 4, 2017, 8:56 a.m. by Matt Hickman
In Utrecht, a flashing hare means speed up to make the light, a flashing tortoise means give the pedals a rest.
IKEA launches 'gender neutral, activity neutral' city bike
January 26, 2017, 3:14 p.m. by Matt Hickman
The SLADDA bike's optional trailer is perfect for small-sized IKEA hauls.
The most beautiful bike trails in the U.S.
January 3, 2017, 12:36 p.m. by Josh Lew
These paths are among the best in the U.S. for enjoying scenery and nature while pedaling.
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10 eye-opening benefits of walking
From your heart to your head, here's why you should lace up your sneakers.
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Self-care matters more in stressful times
From sleeping and eating well to taking deep breaths, self-care is important when times are tough.
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A guide to killing germs the right way
The pros and cons of a variety of germ-busting agents.
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How often do you really need to shower?
Most people think showering once a day is the norm, but there are plenty of people who don't.
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Everything you know about hand-washing is probably wrong
Forget the 'Happy Birthday' song. Get ready to spend way more time washing your hands.
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What is mindfulness?
Defining it can be tricky, but once you have grasped the concept, we've got 5 ways to practice it.
