Walking December 2004 Archive

If you like to walk and want to turn it into more of a fitness workout in 2005, think FITT: F = Frequency: Walk more often. Work more ... Read More

If you groaned when you finally got the nerve to step on the scale, you are among friends here. Walking is one of the easiest ways to burn calories ... Read More

Looking for a great place to walk? Whether you are looking for a fitness walking route in your own area, or a great place to enjoy on a day trip ... Read More

Get a jump on your New Year's Resolutions. I can be your coach and walking buddy with email walking courses for beginners through advanced walkers. Subscribe for free ... Read More

Many of us enjoy walking on the beach, but as we saw this week there are rare but real dangers on any coastline from a tsunami, as well as the ... Read More

If you are both fit and fat, is that enough to reduce your health risks? The jury is still out as the "New England Journal of Medicine" reports findings from ... Read More

If there was a pedometer in your Christmas stocking, now you need to set it. For a pedometer to measure distance, you must measure your average step length or ... Read More

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I've had wonderful walks in 2004 and look forward to more walking in 2005. I'll be starting right off with a ... Read More

It's the shortest day of the year and winter begins. I look forward to the days getting longer, with more light for walking. But so many of ... Read More

Been procrastinating about shopping? Clueless as to what your walking loved one would want? Here are shortcuts to ideas for gifts for walkers. Gifts for Walking Women Gifts for Walking ... Read More

These books are great last-minute gifts for the walkers on your gift list. Top Picks of Books and Videos on Walking Fast and Racewalking: Want to speed up? These books, videos ... Read More

If you are overweight, you are more likely to have the excruciating heel pain of plantar fasciitis. If you have plantar fasciitis, you are less likely to exercise, and therefore ... Read More

In our Walking Forum, the editor of WALK! magazine writes, "WALK! Magazine is about to make its debut. Here's your chance to be on the cover. Send a headshot by ... Read More

You know that come Jan. 2 you will want to be out exercising, despite the weather. Layer up and you can keep walking comfortably. Your base layer should ... Read More

Manual Treadmills vs. Motorized Treadmills Treadmills come in two basic varieties, just like lawnmowers: manual and motorized. But, unlike a lawnmower, you will generally get a better workout from a motorized ... Read More

Looking for what to put on your wish list or to buy for the walking man or walking woman in your life? I have suggestions. Best Gifts for Walkers Gifts for ... Read More

Track your walks. We have a variety of ways to do it. Blank Walking Journals: Buy one of our original blank walking journals to record your walking stats and ... Read More

The Mean Streets 2004 survey has listed the top 10 most deadly cities for walkers, as our Phoenix Guide reports (Phoenix is #10 on the list). How to Walk Safely: ... Read More