Spokes UP! Bicycle Commuting | Sanelma Heinonen | TEDxYouth@AnnArbor
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- čas přidán 2. 06. 2016
- Riding bicycles is not only healthy for the mind and the body; it's healthy for our planet. This talk discusses the benefits of transportation by bicycle.
Sanelma Heinonen is a senior at Pioneer High School where she runs cross country and plays in the orchestra. Sanelma also loves competing in triathlons and spending time outdoors. Her family lived without a car for the first thirteen years of her life during which Sanelma learned the value and joy of commuting by bike. She is excited to share this passion in the hope of inspiring others to help their health and the beautiful planet.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
A bicycle is the ultimate sovereign transportation system. No taxes, no asking the government for permission, no insurance. A cyclist doesn't need to possess a license or ID while traveling in most jurisdictions. Talk about freedom from tyranny!
They'll all regret it when she's still gorgeous 10 years later and they're all dealing with diabetes
The physical benefits alone are worth biking. I'm 63 yet, as told by a physician, I have the cardiovascular system of someone in his 20s. My physique is limber and strong. Comparable people my age ( and younger) who don't exercise are almost painful to watch -- the quality of life issues alone seal the deal.
I love biking and I support everything she says, but, maybe due to her young age, she gives off a „proud vegan is preaching about veganism“ vibe.
I started commuting by bike about a year ago. I've always loved riding but when I became "an adult", I didn't think it was cool and drove a car everywhere, I then got a motorcycle. After having a motorcycle accident , I eventually got back on my pedal bike as a primary source of transport. At first, I was embarrassed to be an older guy on a bike and would park where people couldn't see me. Now, I park anywhere, I walk with my bike helmet and I'm proud to be a bike rider. Lol, I'm 45 and lost about 35 lbs so far so I look better than most my age from the exercise. I wished I never stopped riding all those years trying to look cool. I try to convince others.....they are stuck in the "comforts" of always driving a car......their bellies get bigger yearly too😂
In the Netherlands,everyone bikes. It's amazing how exhilarating a bike ride can be. Going downhill with wind blowing through your hair, swallowing gasps of fresh air. It never gets old, everyone should try it once.
Nice talk! I started cycling again in 2012 at the age of 32. I can remember riding bikes all over in the 80's and 90's, but like so many kids I put away the bike at age 16. I'm so glad I found it again. My commute to work is 31 miles round trip so I only do it twice a week. But that's 62 miles and 5 hours of physical activity per week that I wouldn't get otherwise.
I commute nearly every day, over 100 miles a week.
I don't know why, but to me, people who workout outside look much healthier than the ones who go to the gym. Oh yeah, and way too many cars in the city.
Sound is too low!
As one cyclist to another, what a wonderful speech... Thank you for sharing.
Very inspirational talk. Here in Germany biking is growing annually at a very high pace. Biking is the future!
I started biking again a couple of months ago after not having been on a bike in 35 years. My girlfriend said we should start biking to work, about 6.5 miles each way, (she works a few blocks south of me), so we got two bikes. We don't ride every day, as sometimes weather or other matters prevent us from doing so, but we do bike it several days a week. It is really empowering to be able to get yourself from one place to another under your own power!
Seeing a young person outside biking like you makes me happy. Good job!!!
way to go Sanelma good for you i also bike to work in India - 27 miles a day lost 20 kilos in a year and i am not going to stop ever
I gave up a car and bike ride to my amazon warehouse job at age 59, im in awesome health, the bicycle saved my life.
I'm a daily commuter also , no car and ride 10+ miles a day , biking is way more enjoyable than driving and more affordable than a car and healthier 👍✌
I'm 63 and love mountain biking. The more you ride the better you feel and your body keeps demanding more activity. I admire this young woman's vision of what we all can do to stay in shape and help the environment.
I like this person. More people should be like her
Sold my car 5 months ago to just commute on a bicycle. Never look back!