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Walking for Fitness

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Experts agree that walking is one of the best ways to get fit, manage stress, stay trim and get healthy. Benefiting from walking takes just a gentle stroll each day. Research has showed that aerobic fitness can be improved by regularly raising your heart rate to a good working level for a period between 15 and 60 minutes per day.

How Fast Should I Go? 

Regardless of how fit you are it is suggested that you start gradually and build up over many weeks.

Seeing your Doctor or Physio before you start any exercise program is always advisable to get a baseline of your cardio-vascular health and also give you some input on how quickly to progress.

Use the conversation test while you are walking. If you cant have a conversation without gasping for air you should slow down.

Important tips to get you started on your walking program:

  • Walk smoothly and let your arms swing freely by your sides
  • Wear light loose comfortable clothing
  • Wear a wide brimmed hat and sunscreen
  • Drink water before you start and carry a supply with you appropriate for your walk and the weather
  • If your breathing becomes uncomfortable slow down or stop
  • Stretch before and after you go on your walk. Consult your physio for a 5 minute stretching program
  • You may feel some soreness in the early stages. If it persists for longer than a few hours get some advice from your Physio
  • If you have an ongoing injury or medical complaint, get a more specialised program from your Physiotherapist

This was written by Nick Lagos

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