Walking Tips
What is your best walking advice?
Posted Wednesday, May 19th, 2010
We want to hear your best bits of walking advice, whether from childhood, wisdom you’d pass to your own children, quotes from books, TV, radio, magazines, gems from friends…
Enjoy the sunshine – in moderation…
Posted Wednesday, May 19th, 2010
With so many scare stories about being in the sunshine, it’s a wonder any of us venture outside at all!
Buggy-power!
Posted Thursday, April 29th, 2010
Calling all new parents and babies! Forget pricey gym membership and sweaty aerobics classes and get walking!
Involve the kids
Posted Wednesday, March 31st, 2010
Get plotting…Get the children involved in planning your walks, plotting it on a map and map-reading while out. It will give them a great sense of achievement. They can also turn their map into a memento with ‘X marks the spot’ notes (This is where mum dropped her ice cream; or, if you’re in the countryside, [...]
Walking all year round – spring
Posted Tuesday, March 30th, 2010
The great thing about the English climate is that you can enjoy walking at any time of year, whatever the weather. Here are a few ideas to get you out and about now that spring has arrived.
Be prepared – even though we’re in British Summer Time, it can still be pretty chilly, so wear layers, or at least take [...]
Walking to beat the recession
Posted Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
We tend to over-estimate the speed of a car or bus journey, and under-estimate how quickly we walk. Add in the time spent parking the car or waiting for a bus, and walking is often the best choice.
Get the kids walking!
Posted Monday, November 16th, 2009
Exercise is essential for children but it can be difficult to get them away from their games consoles! Regular walking will make your children healthier and happier. It could also establish good habits for later life. You’ll find it’s a great way to spend quality time with the kids as you can talk and explore [...]
Beat the recession!
Posted Monday, November 16th, 2009
One of the best things about walking is that it doesn’t cost anything. Unlike the gym, there’s no need to spend a fortune on membership, special clothing or equipment. And virtually wherever you live, you don’t have to travel far to do it. Why not save on transport costs by walking at least part of [...]
