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Grab your bicycle or unicycle – it's 'Bike to Work Day'

Ditch the car, it's 'Bike To Work Day'
Ditch the car, it's 'Bike To Work Day' 00:23

CHICAGO (CBS) -- With all that traffic congestion mind, it's time to start pushing the pedals. 

It's Bike To Work Day - part of national bike month.

Today is dedicated to leaving the car in the garage to help the environment and your health.

According to The League of American Bicyclists, half of all car trips are less than three miles, which can be done by bike in about 20 minutes.  

Strava, a subscription platform at the center of connected fitness, has a list of the three most popular commute routes in Chicago:

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