Why Biking Should Be a Daily Habit for Kids
The Lifelong Health Benefits of Learning to Ride Early
Biking isn’t just a milestone—it’s a lifelong investment in health. For children ages 4 to 7, riding a bike daily can build the foundation for physical strength, mental clarity, emotional well-being, and a positive relationship with movement.
At All Kids Bike, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn to ride in school, setting them on a lifelong path of health, confidence, and independence.
Physical, Mental, and Emotional Benefits of Biking
Stronger Bodies, Healthier Hearts
Biking gives kids a full-body workout that builds strength, improves heart and lung function, and boosts coordination. According to the CDC, kids need at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day—but fewer than 24% of children ages 6 to 17 meet that goal.
Starting biking habits young helps children:
- Strengthen their cardiovascular system
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Improve balance and motor skills
- Develop joint flexibility and bone strength
1 in 5 children in the U.S. is obese, increasing their risk for diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic conditions. Making biking a daily habit—especially in the early years—can significantly reduce those risks.
Better Focus, Happier Minds
Physical activity like biking supports emotional regulation, reduces anxiety, and enhances cognitive performance. Movement stimulates brain chemicals that improve mood, memory, and focus—key for young learners in Pre-K through 2nd grade.
Daily biking:
- Releases endorphins, promoting happiness and stress relief
- Improves executive function, helping with attention and problem-solving
- Boosts academic performance through better concentration and classroom readiness
Social and Environmental Impact
Building Social Confidence
Group biking activities offer a chance to build friendships, practice communication, and grow confidence. All Kids Bike Learn-to-Ride programs emphasize peer encouragement and teamwork, creating supportive and inclusive environments for young riders.
Eco-Awareness from a Young Age
Teaching children to choose biking over short car rides introduces them to the idea of sustainability. A child who learns to ride early is more likely to consider biking a normal, viable form of transportation throughout life—reducing emissions and improving community health.
Why Ages 4–7 Matter Most
The earlier children learn to ride, the more likely they are to:
- Embrace biking as part of their daily routine
- Maintain an active lifestyle into adulthood
- Avoid barriers such as fear, traffic, or overdependence on screens
This window of growth and curiosity is ideal for teaching foundational biking skills in a safe, structured, and joyful way.
How All Kids Bike Is Creating Lifelong Riders
All Kids Bike, a national movement led by the Strider Education Foundation, is working to put Learn-to-Ride programs into every public elementary school in America—starting with kindergarten PE.
Our ready-to-teach program includes:
- Teacher training & Certification
- Comprehensive Curriculum featuring 8 structured lessons
- 24 Strider Balance Bikes
- 24 Pedal Conversion Kits
- 24 Fully Adjustable Helmets
- Instructor Bike with Pedal Kit and Helmet
- 2 Custom-Designed Rolling Storage Racks
- Program Support
.To date, over 1,700 schools in all 50 states have launched All Kids Bike programs, giving tens of thousands of children the chance to ride confidently and safely.
Support the Movement
When you support All Kids Bike, you’re helping:
- Fight childhood obesity
- Improve educational outcomes
- Promote lifelong physical and mental wellness
- Bring joy, confidence, and freedom to kids across the country
🚴♂️ Let’s make biking a daily habit—for health, for happiness, and for life.
Learn More & Get Involved
Visit allkidsbike.org to:
- Donate to a school in your area
- Sponsor a Learn-to-Ride Program
- Explore our impact across the U.S.
- Follow our journey on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Twitter
Together, we can get every child in America on two wheels—and give them the lifelong gift of riding.