Regular walking can help:

• reduce blood pressure
• reduce cholesterol levels
• reduce effects of diabetes
• strengthen bones/joints
• manage weight
• reduce stress/depression

Ideally, you should aim to do 30 minutes of activity, 5 days a week. Shorter
bouts of 10 minutes or more during the day are beneficial. You can also use
step counter.

However, to benefit from the scheme, you will need to walk slightly faster than
you would normally, but at a pace you can hold a conversation. Adults of all
ages are welcome but especially if you are recovering from illness or surgery.

Walking is a perfect activity for health because:

• almost everyone can do it
• you can do it anywhere and at any time
• it's a chance to make new friends
• it's free and you don't need special equipment
• you can startslowly and build up gently

How do I join ?

You need to complete a health questionnaire, available from the Walks
Co-ordinator, Walk Leaders or online, from this website. If you are unsure
whether you will be able to cope with the effort, you can ask your doctor
for advice/consent. Although you do not need any special equipment, you
should have suitable footwear/clothing for the conditions, sunscreen, water
and own medication.