Get cycling

Dig out your old bike, buy one on eBay or hunt one down on Freecycle (www.freecycle.org) and get moving. It’s eco-friendly, it’s cheap and, depending on how far and how fast you go, it’s great exercise. It’s even cool; top model Agyness Deyn has been photographed cycling and Vogue has given a thumbs up to the kit on www.cyclechic.co.uk For a bit of encouragement, try the book Cycle for Life by Olympic gold medallist Nicole Cooke (£14.99, Kyle Cathie). It explains everything from what to wear to how to train, and it’s for everyone from beginners to competitive cyclists.

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