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Aerobic Walking, the Weight-Loss Exercise
by Mort Malkin
Dr. Malkin offers a sound program of aerobic walking to increase your metabolism, eating a variety of good foods for proper diet and nutrition, and tips on medical considerations, shoes, and clothing. Paperback. Compare PricesThe Complete Guide to Racewalking Technique and Training
by Dave McGovern
An excellent guide to learning to racewalk or improving your technique. Keys to technique, drills, training schedules, race tips. Paperback. Compare PricesThe Complete Guide to Walking For Health, Fitness and Weight Loss
by Mark Fenton
A 52-week plan to increase energy, reduce stress, improve mood and permanently lose weight. Paperback. Compare PricesFast Walking
by Ron Laird
Illustrated guide to racewalking technique, exercise, and training from a four-time Olympic racewalker. Paperback. Compare PricesFitness Walking for Dummies
by Liz Neporent
A Dummies guide for walkers. Chock full of great information. Paperback.
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Your Guide's ReviewFitness Walking : Technique, Motivation, and 60 Workouts for Walkers
by Therese Iknoian
The book provides easy, moderate, and intense 4-week sample programs that can be used as is or modified to suit individual needs. Paperback Compare PricesGreat Shape: The First Fitness Guide for Large Women
by Pat Lyons, Debby Burgard
The emphasis is on having fun and enjoying your body. Describes activities and the special needs larger women face while exercising, such as supportive bras and sturdy shoes. Paperback Compare PricesKathy Smith's Walkfit for a Better Body
by Kathy Smith
Exercise program to balance muscle strength and flexibility, increase body awareness, improve energy level, and more. Paperback Compare PricesMarathon : The Ultimate Training Guide
by Hal Higdon
Marathon training for everyone from first-timer to expert, includes building your base, nutrition, injury prevention, race strategy. Paperback Compare PricesMindwalks: 100 Easy Ways to Relieve Stress, Stay Motivated and Nourish Your Soul
by Mary Frakes
Spice up your walking while honing your senses, problem-solving abilities and relieving stress. No psychobabble, interesting activities to add to your walks to make you want to tie on your shoes. Paperback Compare Prices
Your Guide's ReviewMosby's Outdoor Emergency Medical Guide
by David Manhoff, edited by Stephen Vogel, M.D.
Keep this sturdy-but-light guide handy in your backpack or car for medical emergencies on the trail. Step by step illustrations of how to deal with heat, cold, dehydration, broken bones, bleeding, etc. Paperback. Compare PricesPrevention's Complete Book of Walking: Everything You Need to Know to Walk Your Way to Better Health
by Maggie Spilner
How can you miss with that title? Why to walk, how to walk, what to wear, who to walk with. Paperback. Compare PricesThe Quotable Walker
by Walking Magazine
Quotes from over 150 people about walking. Paperback. Compare PricesRunning and Walking for Women over 40
by Kathrine Switzer
The first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon is paving the way again with the first running and walking program designed for the specific needs of the mature female. Paperback. Compare PricesShapewalking : Six Easy Steps to a Healthier Life
by Marilyn L. Bach
Stretching, how to walk, how to live - a good and comprehensive book on walking fitness. Paperback. Compare Prices
Your Guide's ReviewStretching
by Bob Anderson
A classic and comprehensive book on stretching. Paperback. Compare PricesThe 90-Day Fitness Walking Program
by Mark Fenton, Seth Bauer (Editor)
I learned a lot from Mark Fenton of Walking magazine at the 1997 AVA Convention. His walking program should have you feeling great and looking great on the trail. Paperback. Compare PricesThe Complete Guide to Prayer-Walking : A Simple Path to Body-And-Soul Fitness
by Linus Mundy
Prayer-Walking is a wonderful way to get into shape, relieve stress, and nourish your soul--all at the same time. Linus Mundy explains all the whats and whens and hows. He offers suggestions for meditations, prayers, and prayer-starters. Paperback. Compare PricesThe Complete Mall Walker's Handbook
by John H. Bland
Exercise, stretching, flexibility, and nutrition are explored in this guide to the social, emotional, and physical benefits of mall walking. Paperback. Compare PricesThe Complete Walker IV
by Colin Fletcher
The classic book for long-distance walkers and hikers. How to pack, how to walk. Now in its fourth edition and still going strong. Paperback. Compare PricesThe Rugged Walker
by Patricia Kirk
Rugged walking is an exciting new conditioning program for body and mind that takes advantage of the spirit and adventure of the great outdoors. Paperback. Compare PricesThe Spirited Walker : Fitness Walking for Clarity, Balance, and Spiritual Connection
by Carolyn Scott Kortge
An approach to fitness walking that blends traditional mediation techniques with contemporary sport psychology. With practice, these tools infuse daily walks the spirit of meditation and with the clarity of athletic performance. A journey toward connection with the soul. Paperback. Compare PricesSports Medicine Bible: Prevent, Detect, & Treat Your Sports Injuries Through the Latest Medical Techniques
by Lyle J. Micheli and Mark Jenkins
Don't just work through the pain. One of the nation's foremost sports medicine authorities gives you the most up-to-date techniques for preventing, diagnosing, and treating all types of sports injuries. Paperback. Compare PricesWalk Aerobics by Les Snowdon
Make walking your exercise. Paperback Compare PricesWalking : A Complete Guide to the Complete Exercise
by Casey Meyers
Exercise walking expert Casey Meyers on how exercise walking can lower blood pressure, is inexpensive, and results in few injuries. Diagrams of walking technique and commonsense tips on daily nutrition. Paperback. Compare PricesWalking Diet: Walk Back to Fitness in 30 Days
by Les Snowdon
Combines aerobic walking with a low-fat, high-fiber meal plan.. Paperback. Compare PricesWalking Fast
by Therese Iknoian
More than just a collection of workouts, "Walking Fast" gives a complete look at walking with correct technique (includes self-tests) and guidelines for racing. Simple programs for three fitness levels are given. 69 photos. 25 illustrations. Paperback. Compare Prices
Your Guide's ReviewWalking for Health, Fitness and Sport
by Bob Carlson
Comprehensive advice on all aspects of walking, guiding both beginners and active fitness walkers toward health and fitness improvement. Recommended by racewalkers on the racewalk mailgroup. Paperback. Compare PricesWalk Yourself Thin
by David A. Rives
An eating and exercise plan based on the premise that changing the metabolism of one's body is the key to a healthier and longer life. Paperback. Compare PricesWalk Yourself Well
by Sherry Brourman, Randy Rodman (Contributor)
A physical therapist with 25 years of experience shows readers how to use the body's natural motions to restore proper alignment, to allow the body to strengthen in all the right places, remove pain and heal all by itself. Paperback. Compare Prices
Books for Dog Walkers
Canine Adventures: Fun Things to do with Your Dog
by Cynthia D. Miller
Choose from 34 activities for your pet, with advice on how to choose the best ones for your dog and how to train, condition, and safely enjoy the outdoors. Paperback. Compare PricesMother Knows Best : The Natural Way to Train Your Dog
by Carol Lea Benjamin
Those who walk with their dog will find this book very useful. Hardcover. Compare PricesOn the Trail With Your Canine Companion: Getting the Most of Hiking and Camping With Your Dog
by Cheryl S. Smith
It includes information about dog-related rules in national parks and other recreational areas, as well as tips on packing, and handling the dog around the campsite. Paperback Compare PricesRuffing It: The Complete Guide to Camping with Dogs
by Mardi Richmond, Melanee L. Barash
Covers all aspects of camping with dogs including hiking and backpacking and, as an added benefit, why/how
Fido should be a 'Canine Good Camper.' Paperback Compare PricesSurviving Your Dog's Adolescence : A Positive Training Program
by Stephen Lennard, Carol Lea Benjamin
Train your puppy to be a great walking companion. Hardcover. Compare Prices
Books for Families
Buck Wilder's Small Twig Hiking and Camping Guide : A Complete Introduction to the World of Hiking & Camping for Small Twigs of All Ages
by Tim Smith
Get your kids out into the great outdoors. Geared for children ages 9-12. Paperback. Compare PricesBackpacking with Babies and Small Children; A Guide to Taking the Kids Along on Day Hikes, Overnighters, and Long Trail Trips
by Goldie Silverman
Written by a mother, good tips on getting your kids on the trail. Paperback. Compare Prices
by Marlyn Doan
Off the couch and into the woods! Paperback. Compare Prices
Walking Guide Books
Lunchtime Walks in Downtown San Francisco
by Gail Todd
Thirty minutes a day of walking will keep your heart and lungs healthy. This guide gives San Franciscans as well as visitors a chance to see the town and get in short strolls. Compare PricesWalking Portland
by Sybilla A. Cook
Enjoy the streets, paths and trails around Portland, Oregon. History, nature, and sightseeing. Paperback.
