Improved Health and Fitness

Moderate exercise, such as walking and bicycling, performed on a regular basis can yield substantial health benefits for individuals.

Greenways provide safe and convenient places for these activities, which have been proven to reduce stress, burn excess fat, and reduce a person's risk of developing cardiovascular problems, diabetes, cancer and arthritis.

Regular physical activities have been proven to reduce a person's risk of developing cardiovascular problems, diabetes, cancer and arthritis, and serves to reduce stress and improve mental health.

--The American Heart Association conducted a study of men and women employed at 35 corporations across the country and found that those who were the most physically fit had a 37% lower absenteeism rate than those who were unfit.

--The President's Council on Physical Fitness recommends that local communities promote healthy lifestyles by providing more open space and trails.