UPH Medical School held ‘Go Cycling’ program at Monas (25/04) as a form of caring for the earth. The event which was opened by the Dean of UPH Faculty of Medicine, Dr. Eka, was followed by approximately 35 bike clubs from different cities. The route started from Monumen Nasional (Monas), and ended at Senayan. Although the speed was a bit slow because of schoolchildren parade, the participants were still spirited to continue cycling until the finish line.

“Cycling is very good for leg muscles, especially for those whose legs are stiff,” said Dr. Vito, UPH Medical School lecturer. Dr. Alina added that cycling was better than aerobic, especially good for body endurance. This statement was seconded by a participant who always cycling every week, Sapirmin (65), that ever since he started cycling he felt more fresh and healthier.

After cycling, the next event was a talk on nutrition by Dr. Savitri from Siloam Hospital. “A healthy life means not getting sick easily, remains productive, thus able to do a lot of activities,” she said. Dr. Savitri revealed some simple tips on healthy life that can be applied in everyday life.