Feet or Car?

The obvious answer is feet - of course. Saves money and is another action that is a step closer to reducing your impact on the environment.

There are some times when using your car is unavoidable - I live in the west country and although I can use the train to get to Bristol and Exeter, the service is hopeless to the coast or the villages. But, my car usage is down to once a week now and that is a huge improvement for me.

FEET - Advantages

• No traffic jams
• You can have a beer and only have to be in control of you feet!
• Travel as and when you want
• no waiting for a bus or being restricted by the car park ticket running out
• Even having to buy a ticket in the first place
• Let alone looking for a parking space.
• Good dose of fresh air
• Great chance to listen to your Mp3 and catch up with a podcast or new album

FEET - Disadvantages

• Could get wet if it's rainy - solution - carry a brolley!
• If you have lots of shopping you could be weighed down - on the positive side it's extra bit of exercise!
• Comfy shoes needed unless you are a hard core high heel wearer.
  

CAR - Advantages

• You won't get wet in the rain
• You can get there quickly unless you're in a city in which case you sit in a jam)
• Great flexibility for holidays
• You can get lots of stuff in them!

CAR - Disadvantages

• Expensive
• Polluting
• Need to find a parking space and then pay for it.
• Use it too much and you'll get fat
• You can't have a beer
• Traffic jams

Both feet and cars have their ups and downs but staying out of your car is good for your health, the health of the planet and the health of your bank balance. More money to spend on organic food!

And, if you want to go further or faster how about a bike!!