Walking is an excellent way to enhance your general fitness.
  

 

Try going for a walk on the days between your exercises.
Try to increase the distance you walk and the time you spend walking.
Take advantage of fine weather to go walking.

 

  
  Tips for walking:
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 Wear comfortable shoes and light, loose clothing
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 Start with a warm-up – marching on the spot for two minutes
  When you walk:
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 The shoulders are relaxed and the arms gently swing
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 Look ahead, not down
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 With each step the heel lands first, then you push off on the toes
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 Take the “talk test” - slow down if you cannot carry on a conversation or you’re gasping for air
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 Finish with a cool-down – marching on the spot for two minutes. Stretch out the muscles used - repeat a few of the stretching exercises
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 Wear a hat and sunscreen and avoid the hottest times of the day (11am - 3pm)
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 Have a drink of water before you go and another glass when you return
 

 

Enjoy yourself!