Since commuting in Mumbai is no walk in the park and taking time out for fitness goals is tougher still, how about signing up for something that helps ease both? Try cycling to work for 15 days with Zenscycle2work4.0, a campaign to influence cyclists and non-cyclists to take up the activity as a mode of transport for daily work, including travelling to the workplace and running errands. What's more, if you do it regularly, you can also win a prize — a bicycle, of course.

While their edition last year had 30 participants, they are expecting a higher number this time. "We have youngsters, working professionals, fitness freaks and those who are in their 40s," says Peter Rodrigues, co-founder, Cycling Zens, that is organising the event with a cycle rental partner on board. "We assess the performance of individuals cycling to work daily and then decide the winner. We want to encourage people to pick up the activity, which is also an excellent way to lose weight," adds Rodrigues. Those above 15 years of age can apply, and it's a pan-Mumbai activity this year.