BetterPoints Not Far? Leave the Car allows everyone who lives, works or studies in Renfrewshire to earn rewards and win prizes for walking, running, cycling and using public transport. One such prize is the Leave the Car Star. Lee-Anne was chosen as our latest winner and received 25,000 BetterPoints (£25) for sharing her story. For your chance to win, download the app via the App Store or Google Play or by scanning the QR code at the bottom of the page.
“Three mornings a week I’m out at 6am with a friend, we walk, chat about life, share problems, or just enjoy the birdsongs.It sets the tone for the day.”
She first spotted the BetterPoints app on a flyer in a café and loved that the campaign rewards active travel, especially walking. After the lockdowns, the nudge to get outside felt right. She now follows in-app campaigns like Christmas Lights switch-ons, park walks and town-centre visits, picking up extra points when she leaves the car.
A favourite discovery has been the new bridge in Renfrew, which opened new walking trails and chances to explore further. She also walks the Kiltwalk every year.
“The app really helps my mental health, it gets me out the door and using it with friends adds a social boost. Fresh air plus gentle activity is great for my physical wellbeing too.”
Work means she often needs the car, but because public transport is rewarded, she’ll take the bus to hobbies when she can and walk to the local bowls club if time allows.
Her points make a difference, too: she’s donated BetterPoints to Diabetes UK and she’s now saving for a voucher with a local business.
“Everyone in Renfrewshire should join and get rewarded for your efforts. It’s simple, motivating and good for you.”
To join BetterPointsNot Far? Leave the Car, simply download the free BetterPoints app via the buttons or QR code below and register an account with your Renfrewshire postcode.
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