Skip to main content

Tips on Walking for Fitness

English: Walking the dog in Swarland WoodEnglish: Walking the dog in Swarland Wood (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

 

 

 

 

 

Tips on Walking for Fitness

Walking is one of the simplest and most effective forms of exercise.  You can do it virtually any time and any place.  Whether you are new to walking as an exercise or if you have been doing it for years, these tips can help you get the most from your program..
  1. Check with your doctor if you are very overweight, have a chronic medical condition or if you have had a recent injury.  This doesn't mean you can't undertake a walking program but you should check first "just in case"!
  2. Invest in good shoes. These are the only equipment you need, so it is worth investing.   Pay attention to the fit and quality. Shoes should fit when you try them on without any pinching or pressure that could cause blisters or calluses. Wear the type of socks you'll wear when walking when you purchase your shoes.  Shoes should have good arch support and a slightly elevated heel with stiff material to support the heel when walking and prevent wobbling.
  3. Always warm up and warm down by walking at a slowly or at normal walking pace for five minutes before picking up speed and warm down by slowing up for five minutes before you finish your walk
  4. Pay attention to your heart rate and breathing. Walk at a pace that challenges you and raises  your heart rate, but don't overdo. You should walk at a speed that allows you to talk and carry on a conversation while you do it.  If you do get to out of breath or you feel giddy, then stop and rest. conversation while you are exercising; if you can't, you may be working too hard.
  5. Get a pedometer to track the distance you've walked. It is great for setting goals and for maintaining motivation
  6. Always carry water when you are walking, particularly in hot weather.  It is all too easy to become dehydrated
  7. Vary your route if you're getting bored.  Add a route with some hills and changes in surroundings. You could have different routes for different days of the week.
  8. Walk with a friend,. Many people walk with a chum or in a group to maintain motivation.  For some listening to their  iPods keeps them going,  Find what works best for you. 

Related articles

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

I am very grateful for your comment. Thank you!

Popular posts from this blog

Friday Recipe - Catalan Fish Stew - Rick Stein

Friday Recipe -  Catalan Fish Stew - Rick Stein This is an everyday Catalan fish soup that is more like a stew and has several variants. Like so many Catalan dishes, it starts with a sofregit of fried garlic and tomato. A hearty Catalan fish soup; a meal in bowl. Catalan fish stew Ingredients 6 tbsp olive oil 1 large Spanish onion, chopped 2 fennel bulbs, chopped 150g/5oz chorizo, diced 1 red chilli, finely chopped 1 tsp fennel seeds, ground 2 cloves new season garlic, crushed ½tsp sweet paprika powder 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1 tsp saffron strands (optional) 3 fresh bay leaves 1 tin plum tomatoes 100ml/3½ fl oz fish stock or water 150ml/5 fl oz white wine 500g/1 lb 2oz mussels, cleaned 650g/1 lb 7 oz firm white fish (bream, pollock, cod, monkfish), filleted, dredged in flour and fried in olive oil 100g/3½ oz toasted almonds, ground To serve 1 lemon, cut into wedges steamed potatoes and spring greens Preparatio...
Post a Comment
Read more

4 Myths about Comforting Friends

  I found this useful and interesting post by Maura Kelly on the Marie Claire website! 4 Myths about Comforting Friends In two recent posts, I've talked about the advice grief educator Val Walker gives on   how to help friends who are dealing with the end of a relationship , whether from a breakup or the loss of a loved one. Those posts have focused mostly on   what to say . Now, let's talk about myths surrounding the art of comforting — and about a few things you should (and shouldn't) do if you want to help. Read more at  How To Comfort A Friend - Comforting Words For Friends - Marie Claire   Related articles Having a Bad Day - Tips For Dealing With Days When You Just Feel Down Be Successful - Making A Personal Change - Part 1 Admit A Change is Needed Are you stressed-out by your poor work-life balance?
Post a Comment
Read more

Something Sacred To Start Your Day - Navajo Early Morning Blessing

Something Sacred To Start Your Day - Navajo Early Morning Blessing ly Morning Blessing "Hooghan" from the album Sacred Mountains by Louie Gonnie courtesy Canyon Records (www.canyonrecords.com). Graphics by Rezboyz Designz Translation "The mountains were put there - in holy way, they told us that that will be our spiritual home.  In the middle of the home will be a fire burning, there will be a door, there will be a fire poker (Sacred to Dine'),  You're thoughts will be good,  You will have plans to make,  Life will be blessed,  There the hope will stay." Singing Translation   The home is there, prayer in the home, pray in the home, in the beauty way with the scared pollen pathway, the home is there, the home is there!
1 comment
Read more