Big Tigger’s BeltLine BikeFest encourages Atlanta students to stay active

Big Tigger’s BeltLine BikeFest recently took place in Atlanta. Hosted by radio personality Big Tigger, the family-friendly festival included a bike ride, food trucks and more.

More than 200 children in the BeltLine community received a brand new bike to enable and encourage them to stay active this summer.

The children were pre-screened by Atlanta public schools and neighborhood groups. Despite the benefits of outdoor play – exercise, stress reduction, robust immune function and social development, to name a few – Save the Children reports that only 27% of children play outside, compared to 71% of the generation. baby boom.

The lack of outdoor play, or even interest in doing so, can be attributed to many factors, including safety concerns and technology. 1-800-TruckWreck and the Big Tigger Foundation are partnering to educate and encourage families and children to “get off the couch” and become more physically active this summer and beyond by providing new bikes to local children from Atlanta.

“Biking is a versatile, family-friendly activity that can be enjoyed anywhere, from neighborhood streets and trails to backyards and parks. It’s a fun way to get active and spend time together,” said Amy Witherite, owner of 1-800-TruckWreck. “The overall health of our children includes their physical well-being. We’re excited to partner with Big Tigger to provide bikes to Atlanta’s youth so they can enjoy this summer – and beyond – outdoors.

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