Walking
Walking is an enjoyable, low-impact exercise that promotes weight loss, reduces stress and promotes physical and mental wellbeing. You can walk alone, you can walk with friends, you can walk with your dog. Just get out and walk!
Read our walking safety guidelines if you are just getting started. Then find a route and hit the trail!
All you need to get started is a comfortable pair of walking shoes but you might want to invest in some additional gear including:
| Item | Use |
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| Walking poles |
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| Trekking poles |
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| Step counters/Pedometres |
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| Heart rate monitor | Measures exertion level |
| Phone/music player |
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| Fanny pack |
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