Greg says "Human Power is the Power from WiTHiN - use it or lose it" and I believe he is absolutely right. Currently over 60% of North Americans are overweight due to our modern sedentary lifestyles. In 2000 it cost Americans a whopping $117 billion dollars in direct and indirect health care costs. In Canada, we are spending over 5 billion per year fighting this problem. If the obesity epidemic continues to grow at its current rate it will be a greater health concern than smoking. Now, more than ever, we need people like Greg to inspire us to make the lifestyle changes we need to start becoming a happier, healthier, more productive nation. PedalTheOcean expedition explores what is possible when we combine cutting edge technology with the upper reaches of human performance. When I became the first person in history to travel around the globe using human power, I witnessed first hand some of the spoils of our modern times. From road clogging traffic in Moscow, to neighborhoods built without sidewalks or bike lanes in Texas our world is in drastic need of a makeover. Self-propulsion is not only good for you, but it reduces local smog and greenhouse gas emissions. The first step in making major changes for a better future is to inspire and motivate our younger generation right now. Greg is doing exactly that with his KidPower school program. God speed Greg and the best of luck to you on your Trans-Atlantic speed record attempt! Cheers, Colin Angus |
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