I always post menus from different eateries around my computer workstation desk. I use a folder on my computer to retain restaurants online menus. The restaurants may not be within walking distance of my downtown office but they are within biking distance.

I grew up around food. I have a passion for scents and taste buds that love to be tempted. I am also health oriented. Like others that work downtown I know that a one hour lunch is not conducive to eating well or exercising.

Parking is the biggest problem. Traffic is a genuine time thief. Unable to grab a decent workout or meal over an hour is frustrating. I have discovered the perfect resolution.

I do not drive. I do not walk to lunch. I separate my ride from the other diamondback bikes parked just outside our office complex. This is my answer to transportation troubles.

There are many private chefs that supply a different dish on a routine basis to the local bistros. I do not contend with bumper to bumper cars or waste time hunting for a parking space. I eat great and pedal away calories.

I can go farther than I did when I would walk to lunch. The extended range means I have a bigger selection of meals. Riding the bike means that I am exercising my heart, lungs, and cardio-vascular systems.

I have a matching backpack to my bike. I could use a wire basket but prefer the secure pack to carry my leftover food and other items. My beverage bottles are snug on the outside trap holders.

I am eating better because I have more choices. I do not balk at a rich dessert because I will ride my bike back to work and feel energized rather than sleepy.

An incentives plan is about to be instituted at my workplace to generate more interest in biking to work. Our company has ordered additional bike racks. They recognize that healthier workers are an asset.

My sweat free plan allows me to make new friends, try new dishes, and eliminates stress. I am enjoying a higher level of health while saving gas and not worrying about downtown parking or crowded streets.

There are a few sensible precautions to take first in case your bike is vandalized or stolen. Store photos on your computer for law enforcement, use a proper chain lock product, and consider a hidden mark on the frame.