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Why is walking better than driving?
I’m looking into how people get around in different parts of the country for fun and I’m wondering the benefits of each. Why is walking better than driving?
Maxine Boyko · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
That sounds like it could be very fun and interesting! There are pros and cons to each, but walking is better than driving from a health, environmental, and safety perspective.
From a health perspective, walking can help you manage your weight, control blood pressure, and strengthen your bones and joints. It can also prevent several diseases, such as heart attack, stroke, and glaucoma. Plus, regular exercise like walking can greatly improve your mental health.
As for environmental friendliness, driving creates air pollution and the
emission of greenhouse gases
. Runoff from roads can seep into our water supply. Clearing the way for roads can also lead to habitat destruction, and batteries and plastics used in vehicles won’t break down. Walking is much more nature-friendly. Driving is riskier than walking. If more people walked and there were fewer drivers on the road, there would be fewer accidents, which might mean you end up spending less on
car insurance
, car repairs, and wasted fuel while idling in traffic. Not to mention there could be less strain on first responders and road workers. If you drive, you know how expensive car insurance can be. Luckily,
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