May Bike Month has wrapped up, and while thousands of riders across metro Atlanta challenged themselves to hit their personal goals, one trend stood out above the rest: more employers got involved than ever before.
This year, 395 workplaces jumped into the challenge — up from 314 last year. That’s a 26% increase in organizations realizing that supporting employee wellness can be as simple (and fun) as encouraging a bike ride.
As leaders, you know that active employees are generally happier, healthier, and more focused. By encouraging participation, cheering a quick lunch-break pedal, or highlighting active commutes, you helped make May Bike Month a major success.
The Numbers Are In
From beginners getting back into the habit to seasoned cyclists taking their riding to the next level, this year’s bike month challenge delivered strong participation across the region. Here’s a look at what metro Atlanta accomplished together:
- 2,500+ registered riders
- 1,817 active participants who logged at least one trip
- 18,388 total trips taken
- 266,168 miles pedaled — for everyday commutes, errands, and weekend recreation
Keeping the Wheels Turning
May might be over, but the benefits of a healthy workforce continue year-round. You can keep your team’s momentum going by encouraging them to stay active on two wheels.
Employees can keep tracking trips through Love to Ride, discover new routes, rate their riding experiences, and help improve biking conditions across the region. Plus, they can sync their Love to Ride accounts with MyGCO to keep earning points toward cash and prizes month after month.
A big thank you to the employers, community partners, and riders who made the May Bike Month challenge such a success. You’ve shown that supporting employee well-being and a more connected region is just a bike ride away.
Georgia Commute Options — a program made possible by the Atlanta Regional Commission and Georgia Department of Transportation — works with businesses, property managers, CIDs and local transportation management associations to develop and implement commute programs and services that reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality across the region.