Walking

Articles in Walking

By Kristie Leong M.D. 3 comments
When most people think of exercise, they think of hard work, sweat, and monotony. It doesn't have to be this way! The key to making your fitness plan work is to make it more stimulating and fun. Here are seven fun exercises you can add to your ... more »
By BrokenGirl 0 comments
I once heard an Oprah Winfrey show that stairstepping had very good cardiovascular effects...I learned that walking up your stairs gave you exercise...... more »
By Kristie Leong M.D. 1 comments
Are you tired of exercising in the sterile environment of your local health club? Here's how to take your exercise outdoors and get a great workout at the park... more »
By Kristie Leong M.D. 4 comments
You probably already know the importance of physical fitness but sometimes your work schedule can make it difficult to find time to exercise. Why not exercise at work instead? Here's how to exercise on the job... more »
By knewf 1 comments
When you are wanting to know how far you have walked and don"t want to go to the expense of purchasing a pedometer, there is an easy way to know your distance traveled that is also FREE! Also, you don't need any equipment for this method ... more »
By coachmac4 2 comments
Do you want to know how walkable your neighborhood--or prospective neighborhood--is? Just follow these easy steps to learn about your neighborhood!.. more »
By coachmac4 2 comments
Walking is one of the easiest, cheapest and most beneficial exercises ANYONE of any age or physical ability can do! Do you want to know quick ways to make your walking workout harder? Follow these quick and easy steps.. more »
By CCrock 3 comments
Being a new mom is such a wonderful time, but it can also be isolating when you don't have people who can relate to all the new things you are going through. Here are some tips on how to meet up with other moms for friendship and to keep your ... more »
By acole 25 comments
It is amazing that we burn calories just by standing. Imagine how much more you could burn by walking around a little or taking the stairs. Here are some tips to get you moving at the office... more »
By dchristi 0 comments
According to new research, women who walk 10,000 or more steps a day are less likely to be overweight, have lower body fat and are more apt to have tinier waists than women who walk 6,000 or fewer steps a day. Pushing yourself to walk more ... more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 0 comments
Starting a speed walking group is a great way to build support and motivation for your own exercise routine. You will be accountable to someone other than yourself, which is a great for sticking to your program and meeting your overall goals. You ... more »
By AdamChase 0 comments
Safety is the number one concern of any exercise program. The goal is to get fit, feel good and be healthy. Walking introduces the outdoor environment as a factor in safety. Some common sense and basic ground rules can protect you when you are ... more »
By Richard Ferri 1 comments
Shin splints are a painful condition associated with the shinbone (or tibia). The pain associated with shin splints can range from aggravating to curtailing your walking, working and life! Often, shin splints occur in people who have not been ... more »
By WritingWhiz 4 comments
The surgeon general recommends that we get at least 30 minutes of brisk exercise a day, but is that really enough to keep us fit and healthy? I can't maintain my weight unless I do at least 10,000 steps a day, which depending on your stride ... more »
By meemee67 0 comments
Boost your mood, beat depression, burn calories. It's as easy as a walk in the park... more »
By Elizabeth McGuire 0 comments
Walking is one of the best exercises for pregnant women: it’s low impact, easy to do, and the benefits are great while the risks are low. Walking is also a workout that requires very little special equipment—a bonus when you are already buying ... more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 0 comments
Walking is great exercise. A long walk usually produces great inspiration to go along with the results the exercise alone brings. You find yourself contemplating life's challenges and solving those problems that seemed insurmountable. You also ... more »
By kjv4thee 14 comments
I still remember the time that I got my first senior citizen discount. I was only about 55 years old. ( Just getting over the shock of turning 50.) Talk about mixed emotions. I appreciated the fact that I got a four dollar discount off of my ... more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 0 comments
Whether you're turning over a new leaf and getting healthy, or you're trying to maintain your good health status, exercise is an important part of your daily life. Walking is a great form of exercise, but to take it to the next level, you can ... more »
By godsrainbow1984 10 comments
Walking is one of the easiest and least expensive forms of exercise. I will show you how you can begin a fitness walking program that is fun and can then lead you onto beginning a jogging program... more »
By llnair2006 2 comments
How many times have you got on that treadmill for hours, or lifted weights until fatigue, just to step on the scale to see the same old number? If you're like me many times. Well I got news for you. I have learn by combining these things with ... more »
By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor 1 comments
The success of walking for sport or recreation depends on choosing the right footwear. Because walking exerts stress on your feet, ankles and knees, wearing supportive footwear can prevent injury. Choose footwear that fits you well. Make sure it ... more »
By John Wirchnianski 1 comments
Ever wanted to just kick back? Ever wanted to just relax the day away with no worries at all? Ever do this every other day? Well keep doing these things and that dream of getting off the couch will never come true... more »
By Elizabeth McGuire 7 comments
Say your schedule doesn’t allow for much solo time, or you just want to model good health habits for your child. Either way, exercise can be a family affair. Here are some ways to work up a sweat with your kids in tow... more »
By AdamChase 0 comments
Most of us are firmly entrenched in our busy lives with little time to spare for an exercise program. Walking is an exercise that can be done at intervals over the course of the day--anywhere, anytime. Here's how to get the most out of your walking... more »