HEALTH AND WELLBEING: Walking for Health

WALKING is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier. It's underrated as a form of exercise, but walking is ideal for people of all ages and fitness levels who want to be more active.
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Published 20th Jan 2017, 09:21 BST
Updated 25th Jan 2017, 16:59 BST

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Any shoes or trainers that are comfortable provide adequate support and don't cause blisters will do. Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Choose thin layers, which you can add or remove depending on conditions. If you're walking to work, you could wear your usual work clothes with a comfy pair of shoes and change shoes when you get into work. For long walks, you may want to take some water, healthy snacks, a spare top, sunscreen and a sunhat in a small backpack. If you start going for regular, longer walks, you may want to invest in a waterproof jacket and some specialist walking shoes for more challenging routes.

The easiest way to walk more is to make walking a habit. Think of ways to include walking into your daily routine. Examples include:

•    walking part of your journey to work

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    •    walking to the shops

    •    using the stairs instead of the lift

    •    leaving the car behind for short journeys

    •    walking the kids to school

    •    doing a regular walk with a friend

    •    going for a stroll with family or friends after dinner

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