73-Year-Old Cyclist Pedals Towards 20 More Years of Life

As of November 16th, 2025, 73-year-old Christina Gulla is determined to live for 20 more years. To achieve this goal, she hops on her tricycle three times a week and completes a 90-minute loop around her neighborhood in Sugar House, Utah.

Meanwhile, the state of Utah is embarking on an ambitious project to build a statewide network of paved trails. Last month, the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) released a master plan for the Utah Trail Network, which outlines 3,100 miles of new trails to be constructed over the coming years. This will connect 208 towns and cities, 33 universities and community colleges, and 31 state and national parks across the state.

The $45 million annual investment in the trail network aims to provide Utahns with more transportation choices and encourage them to walk, bike, or use e-bikes for their daily commutes and recreational activities. UDOT believes this initiative will help reduce traffic congestion and promote a healthier, more active lifestyle for residents of all ages. As one local cyclist, Tristan Gale, noted, "as soon as you make biking safe, people choose to bike."

While the full trail network won't be completed overnight, the first 19 projects are slated to break ground in spring 2026. Utahns like Christina Gulla are eagerly anticipating the new trails, which they believe will inspire more people to get outside and stay active.