Lifestyle Advice

Lifestyle advice around the merits of cycling and how changes can improve your financial, health and social outlooks. Looking at routine, habits, tips and more for parents and children alike.

What Age Should You Learn to ride a bike

When Should a Child Learn to Ride a Bike?

Learning to ride a bike is a milestone in a child’s life, not just for the physical benefits but also for the confidence and independence it fosters. The question of when a child should learn to ride a bike really should be as EARLY as possible. Of course, we are biased here at Family Cycling … Read more
Walking Cycling Secondary School

Case Study: Walking & Cycling to Secondary School – Can we get to 60%?

As part of our case study into walking and cycling, we wanted to look at the impact of getting more secondary school students to walk or cycle to school. The numbers are currently ‘ok’ but should be better. At secondary school age, the freedom and autonomy of cycling/walking to school should be something that is … Read more
Second Hand Bike

Case Study: The Impact of Switching to Cycling for Short Family Journeys

I’ve always been a fan of case studies. They are an excellent way for someone to visualise a situation and are incredibly relatable. We’ve banged the drum about the importance of cycling to school for the children and parents alike. The data shows it benefits your kids hugely and I have two examples of my … Read more
New Financed Car vs a Second-hand car

New Financed Car vs a Second-hand car – Why you should switch? (and cycle too!)

As you may or may not have worked out I’m not a huge fan of car finance deals and PCPS’s. They trap many people into incredibly expensive finance deals and burden them with huge monthly payments. They are inflexible and unnecessary. Most of the recent tech with cars is tech for the sake of it! … Read more
Am i too old to ride my bike?

Am I too old to ride my bike? – What age can I start cycling?

‘Isn’t cycling something you do when you are a kid?’ I’ve heard this a lot, and it’s a common reason people don’t cycle. People forget that it’s the most efficient mode of transport available (in more ways than one) and unrivalled for their mental well-being. But what age is too old to stop cycling or … Read more
Importance Of Routine

The Importance of Routine for Children

When we think about routine, we often associate it with the structure we, as adults, need to stay organised, productive, and healthy. But routines are just as essential for children, if not more so. Having a consistent routine can provide children with a sense of security, help them develop positive habits, and foster resilience. In … Read more
Impact of Sport on Resilience

The Impact of Sport on the Resilience of Children and Teenagers

In today’s world, where technology and social media are ever-present, encouraging our children to stay physically active is more crucial than ever. It’s estimated that UK children spend approximately 6 hours a day on screen time (TV, Tablet, Phone). Couple this with school, then life is becoming more and more sedentary. But why is this … Read more
New Financed Car vs a Second-hand car

Cycling vs Car Use – You can do both?

In many parts of the world, the car is king. It’s a symbol of freedom, convenience, and status, and for decades, it has dominated the way we think about transportation. With concerns around climate change, pollution, and boosting health (we have an NHS waiting list of over 6 million people) there has been a nod … Read more
Cycling to school in the winter

Cycling to School with Kids in the Winter

The winter months are often when many families reluctantly trade in their walk/cycle to school habits for the warmth of the car. But for many reasons highlighted below it’s the best time to continue cycling. Cycling to school has become a core part of our identity and our day-to-day life. Since our daughter Matilda started … Read more
Staying Consistent With Cycling

Staying Consistent with Cycling When You Have Kids

Balancing your love for cycling with the demands of parenting can feel like a juggling act. Life with kids is wonderfully unpredictable, and it often seems like there’s always something that gets in the way of a good bike ride. Yet, staying active is crucial—for both our physical health and mental well-being. Staying fit, getting … Read more
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