Never underestimate walking as a form of fitness. These posts help you get the most out of daily walking routines. Find out more about how to improve your walking.
Are you feeling sluggish at work? Are you experiencing digestive problems, back pain, numbness in your legs and feet? Are you pretty tired of that flabbiness around your middle? You are probably sitting too much and the two-minute walking habit just might be the perfect solution to these problems. If you are like me, you … Read more
Looking to buy a new pair of walking shoes? It is important to understand the things that make a good pair of walking shoes, long before you make a purchase. This post will focus on the 4 steps you should take to help you find the right pair of walking shoes. How Important are Good … Read more
If you suffer from gout, you know what this feels like. Some of the most common symptoms of gout include severe attacks of pain, marked swelling, and severe tenderness of the joints. This often takes place at the bottom of the big toe. Sometimes, these attacks even occur at night, causing the big toe to … Read more
If you’re looking for a quick way to measure your level of fitness, you don’t have to see a doctor or go through a complex stress test. Instead, you can do it in less than 30 minutes with a simple one-mile walk called “The Rockport Walking Test.” The Rockport Walking Test is a fitness test … Read more
Not sure about the benefits of walking with weights? Are you eager to get in shape and lose some extra pounds but don’t feel like a gym is the best option? Are you intimidated by heavy weights, grunting bodybuilders or pushy gym trainers? Many people struggle to find a workout routine that is effective and … Read more
Do you ever watch those dedicated runners on the road in all sorts of nasty weather conditions and think, “Is it really worth it? Maybe I should be doing that.”. After all, you don’t see too many overweight runners. There are a few reasons for that besides their extreme dedication, and in some cases a … Read more
Rucking is excellent exercise. It’s easy enough for those who don’t want to exhaust themselves with over-strenuous activity, yet sufficiently tricky for those who wish to challenge themselves. Even those who have been rucking for years can find new ways of testing themselves with the sport… all while enjoying the weather, meeting new people and getting … Read more
Do you know the moment ruck march blisters form on your toes, heels, or underneath your feet during a ruck march? I do, and I remember those moments well. I used to struggle with blisters (#ouch!) on quite a number of hikes, and if I can be honest, blisters pretty much ruined those hikes for … Read more
It is essential to get at least a moderate amount of exercise each day. Walking is often considered to be a great, low-impact activity for keeping your weight in check and your hearth healthy. However, if your feet are in poor health, walking can be the beginning of a vicious cycle that can cause foot pain … Read more
Have you ever wanted to participate in a challenge with one of the most impressive walking team names ever? It’s the perfect opportunity to express yourself and have fun! Your team’s name can be as humorous or as clever as you’d like… whatever it takes to get a good laugh and brighten everyone’s moods. The right name … Read more