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Special Report - Special Report - December 06, 2012
Human-powered transportation found lacking in U.S.
Researchers say many ignoring opportunity to boost cardio health

Newswise

Many people in the U.S. don't walk, bike, or engage in other forms of active transportation, missing an important opportunity to improve their cardiovascular health, concludes a new study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.

Active transportation refers to any form of human-powered transportation, most commonly walking and cycling, but also using a wheelchair, in-line skating, or skateboarding. The study's researchers suggest active transportation is "an untapped reservo...


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