Charity walks generally have plenty of snacks and drinks along the walk and at the start/finish.
Water
Drink a large glass of water 2 hours before the walk, then nothing until you get started. This gives you body enough water and you enough time to use the bathroom before you start, then not be running to the first porta-john on the route.
Along the walk, drink water at each water stop. On warm days, carry your own water in your waistpack so you can drink a cup of water every 20 minutes if there isn't enough on the course.
At the end of the walk, drink a large glass of water.
Sports Drinks
Sports drinks often are offered. You will generally not need a sports drink if you are walking for an hour or less. For longer walks, enjoy some sports drink after the first half hour. This replaces the salt you are sweating away.
Snacks
Bananas are the perfect walking snack - they replace potassium and have sugar and starch. Go ahead and grab the free sports bars they offer - eat them if you are hungry, but better yet save them for later. On longer walk, salty pretzels can help you replace salt lost in sweating.
Don't Over-reward Yourself
Walking burns approximately 100 calories per mile for a 150-pound person. Don't eat too much in celebrating!
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