Re:Answer is easy. (Score 2, Interesting)

I definitely have to agree with you on this one. I've lived in Iowa my whole life, and when I get out my bicycle to go for a ride or just walk around town, people stare at me in total horror - as if they've never seen someone move without a car.

I think the answer to this problem lies somewhere in a) reducing the amount of stress we put on ourselves and moreso on each other, and b) taking the initiative to do something that has lifelong benefits, e.g. at least 15 minutes of walking per day.