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Walking It Off

by Pam G.

Beach walking benefits the body and soul

Walking is sometimes overlooked as a valid form of exercise. The simple act of putting one foot in front of the other, every day, can benefit your overall health. Crank it up with speed or power walking. Add lunges, set some goals and get social.

Step by Step

  • Summary of Walking Tips

    Walking is a great form of exercise for burning calories and building muscle. Get a summary of tips for walking in this free fitness video. Read More

  • Calories Burned While Walking

    Want to know how many calories are burned from walking? Learn all about it from a fitness expert in this free walking video. Read More

  • Walking Supplies

    Starting a walking routine requires certain exercise supplies. Learn about what you'll need to start walking seriously in this free fitness video. Read More

  • How to Prevent Walking Injuries

    While walking can be a great form of exercise, many injuries that occur can be prevented. Here are a few tips on how to prevent injury while getting fit. Read More

  • How to Stretch Before Walking

    Walking is the easiest way to start getting in shape. It is low-impact, can be done anywhere and doesn’t require specialized equipment. Walking is typically done outside, Read More

  • How to Walk To Health

    Walking burns calories, tones muscles, relieves stress and improves sleep without harming joints. Read this article to learn what you need to get started walking for Read More

  • How to Enjoy Walking

    Walking is great exercise, but for many, it can be very boring and tedious. Here are some ways to make it more interesting and enjoyable. Read More

  • How to Estimate Your Walking Speed

    Do you want to figure out how fast you walk? With these simple steps, you can estimate your average walking speed, which will also help you figure out how far you walk. Read More

  • How to Pick a Pair of Walking Shoes

    The right shoes are the most important equipment for any walker. They will protect your feet from injury, cushion your body, and provide stability. Typically, walking shoes Read More

  • How to Vary a Fitness Walking Program

    Fitness walking is a low cost way to keep fit. All you need are a good pair of walking shoes and an interesting route. Here's how to vary your fitness walking routine to Read More

Types

  • How to Speed Walk

    Increase the calories you burn walking by learning how to speed walk with expert tips in this free fitness video. Read More

  • How to Power Walk

    Power walking, also known as speed walking, is a cross between regular walking and jogging. An extreme form of power walking known as race walking involves rigorous rules Read More

  • How to Race Walk

    Race walking has been an Olympic event since 1906. On a professional level, race walking is controlled by a set of simple rules that ensure participants are walking rather Read More

  • How to Walk to Lose Weight

    Steady, but moderately paced walking, is a fantastic way to get in shape and lose weight. Walking at a moderate pace burns 300 to 500 calories per hour. Read More

  • How to Learn Power Walking Techniques

    Learning power walking techniques can help you maximize your workout and stay healthy and safe. By following a few simple guidelines, you can walk comfortably and quickly, Read More

  • How to Lose Weight by Power Walking

    Losing weight by power walking is all about setting goals, being consistent and employing proper technique. The intensity of your workouts combined with nutrition and Read More

  • How to Pick Music for Power Walking

    Music is great for helping you to reach your power walking goals, but only if you pick the right songs. The music you choose should provide a pleasant distraction, keep you Read More

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