Scooters in the fight against obesity

Why it's worth riding a scooter

We are not used to living an active life. This is a brief summary of the reasons for the increasing obesity among adults and children. The consequences of this can be devastating. Can a scooter be a panacea?

Undoubtedly, riding a scooter can significantly help balance an active lifestyle with the hard-to-avoid passivity of modern life. However, it requires both the will and the proper equipment.

Problems with Overweight and Obesity

First, let’s talk about the former: this year’s survey by the Polish Public Opinion Research Center (CBOS) shows that one in three Poles struggles with being overweight, and one in five suffers from obesity. This means that more than half of the population is dealing with excessive weight. Overweight is more common in men than women and tends to increase with age. But that’s not all—the problem also affects children. According to the international HBSC study, almost 22 percent of Polish adolescents aged 11 to 15 are affected by being overweight or obese. The reasons include poor nutrition and technological advancements. The consequences of this situation, especially for young people who are in the process of growing up and shaping their posture, hardly need to be explained. They are obvious. Excessive weight is the cause of many diseases, including diabetes, cardiovascular, bone, and joint disorders. It also increases the risk of hormonal and metabolic issues. Additionally, it impacts social functioning—overweight people often distance themselves from peers and their surroundings.

A Scooter as a Way to Improve Endurance
A scooter can serve as a tool in the fight against overweight or obesity. This simple device has recently regained great popularity and has taken over city promenades, among other places. Scootering has become "in," which is particularly meaningful for teenagers. However, it’s not just used by the youngest. Its value in improving or maintaining physical fitness is undeniable. Riding a scooter engages the same muscles as inline skating, improves balance, and teaches the youngest riders how to maintain equilibrium and proper posture—strengthening the neck, chest, and back muscles. Moreover, children learn to gauge speed and perceive distance correctly. By pushing off with the foot while riding, which activates the core muscles in intervals, breathing becomes easier—lung capacity increases, and we absorb oxygen more efficiently than when walking.

Which Scooter Should We Choose

There are various types of scooters on the market, depending on age, size, weight, and skill level. There are two- and three-wheeled scooters, with different sizes and functionalities. Recreational models are usually made from aluminum alloys, making them lightweight. When purchasing, it's important to consider the price—around 100 EUR is typically a guarantee of quality for such devices. Wheel size and material are also crucial—rubber wheels absorb bumps better. We should also pay attention to the bearings and the width of the deck, so the user can place both feet on it.

Let’s use scooters, because prevention is better than cure. This slogan fits perfectly with the use of these devices by society as part of the fight against overweight. But this form of leisure activity also helps with weight loss. If we don’t like working out in enclosed spaces and prefer open-air activities... (text cuts off).