Ñ Which statement best summarizes the health benefit of
trails and greenways?
O Greenways preserve open space from
development.
o Trails can be used by pedestrians, bicyclists, and
equestrians.
It is estimated that 60% of Americans use
greenways and trails for exercise.
Greenways are corridors of protected open space
managed for conservation and recreation purposes.
Greenways often follow natural land or water features,
and link nature reserves, parks, cultural features, and
historic sites with each other and with populated areas.
Greenways can be publicly or privately owned, and some
are the result of public/private partnerships. Trails are
paths used for walking, bicycling, horseback riding, or
other forms of recreation or transportation
Many people realize exercise is important for maintaining
good health in all stages of life; however, many do not
regularly exercise. The US Surgeon General estimates
that 60% of American adults are not regularly active and
another 25% are not active at all. In communities across
the country, people do not have access to trails, parks, or
other recreation areas close to their homes. Trails and
greenways provide a safe, inexpensive avenue for regular
exercise for people living in rural, urban, and suburban
O Trails and greenways allow people to exercise in a
safe and inexpensive manner.