I file online restaurant menus in my desktop computer. I post a few from my favorite restaurants around my computer workstation desk. They may not be within walking distance of my job but they are within reach of my bicycle.
People who know about my affectionate relationship with fantastic food ask how I stay so fit. I am a bit of a health nut that loves the taste and smell of a well prepared meal. This can be a problem when you work downtown and have a sixty minute lunch break.
I have learned how to eliminate the parking and traffic challenges that make it nearly impossible to eat or exercise. The midday break is short. The time crunch can create stress.
I use my bicycle to travel to a number of cafes near my office. There are other diamondback bikes secured to the rack in front of our building. I possess a nice ride just a few feet from the front door.
Some of the small cafes feature a signature dish from private chefs in the area. I eat a splendid meal and burn off the calories on my bike. Traffic and parking are not a problem.
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 no longer feel sluggish in the afternoon. I am invigorated after a special meal and a solid restaurant ride on the bicycle. I eat better, look better, and feel better after burning off calories.
Our company is now offering additional bike racks and free bike locks to riders. They know that incentives work and healthier employees are better producers.
My lunchtime routine is a delicious departure from stressful driving and parking problems. I enjoy terrific meals and improve my health without breaking a sweat. This is a calorie burning combination that may work well for you.
Remember to purchase a top flight chain lock. Etch a secret mark on your bike frame. Keep digital photos on your computer. These are steps you can take to aid law enforcement if your bike is stolen.