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A Walker's Wish List

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By Wendy Bumgardner, About.com

Updated: November 25, 2004

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Shoes
Walking Shoe Guide: How to ask for the right shoes for your walking style.
Top Motion Control Shoes
Top Stability Shoes
Top Cushioned Shoes
Top Performance Training Shoes
Top Racewalking Shoes

Books, Videos, Tapes
Walking Bookstore
Top Picks for Audiotapes and CDS for Walkers: Eliminate boredom and perk up your pace.
Top Picks for Walking Workout Videos
Walking Publications: magazines, books, and more for the walking reader.
Racewalking Publications and Videos: Pump up your walking.

Walking Wearables
Walking Pants - Top Picks
Waterproof Jackets - Top Picks
Reflective Gear - Top Picks
Clothing: Build your walking wardrobe. Nothing motivates me as much as having some new walking clothes.
Sports Bras
: Not as slinky as a negligee, but still very personal.
Socks: find great athletic socks from several sources.
Packs: When you need more than a pocket.
Hats: To protect against the elements and make a fashion statement.
Water Carriers: Stay hydrated and carry your water without stress.

Equipment
Walking Sticks and Poles: Great for hiking or adding some arm toning to your walking workout.
Heart Rate Monitors: One of the best toys for a walker. Know your workout level, or get a fancy model with stopwatch, timer, calorie counter.
Treadmills: Get rid of weather excuses with what studies say is the best piece of workout equipment for burning fat and calories.
Pedometer: Step counters and pedometers are fun toys to estimate how much walking you are achieving.

The Gift of Travel
Treks and Tours: Dozens of companies waiting to take you on a walking trip to remember.

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