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All-Weather Walking Tips

How do you walk in cold weather, in hot weather, in the rain or dark? Tips on what to wear, timing, what to drink and how to keep going in all conditions safely and comfortably.
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Fall Walking Gear Essentials

Fall will be cooler and the days shorter. Don't stop walking, keep going with these gear essentials.

Top Picks for Hot Weather Walking Gear

Stay cool on hot weather walks with these items.

Best Ways to Take Your Walking Indoors

When walking outside isn't a pleasant option, take your walking indoors on treadmill, track, or marching to videos.

Keep Walking in the Cold

Walkers don't hibernate. Where to walk, what to wear.

Winter and Night Walking Strategies

How to keep walking in winter darkness with strategies including reflective clothes and a reflective vest.

Night Walking Strategies

You may have no choice but to walk after dark. Here are ways to stay safe and to light your way.

Rainy Walking Isn't All Wet

Don't let the raindrops keep you from walking. Put on a smile and the right gear.

Tips for Walking in the Rain

Readers share tips for walking in the rain.

Keeping Your Gadgets Dry

Your gadgets can get wet from rain or sweat while you walk, and end up steamed or dead. Here are ways to keep them dry on your walks, or dry them out afterward.

Colorful Autumn Walking

Colorful autumn walking

Walking Safety Night Visibility

Walking safety: night visibility is important to keep you walking safely at night. How to be seen and be safe.

Night Reflective Items for Walkers

Walking at night means taking extra care that cars can see you. You need reflective gear and lights -- this is no time to play ninja. Here is what to wear to glow from head to toe.

Top Picks for Umbrellas for Walkers

Don't use the weather as an excuse not to walk. Here are good choices for umbrellas for walkers.

Spring Walking Tune-up

Get your mind, body, and stuff in gear for spring walking.

How to Make Shower Cap Shoe Gaiters for a Rainy Walk or Run

A quick and almost-free way to make waterproof coverings for your shoes.

10 Ways to Get Killed When Walking After Dark

Walking after dark brings its own set of dangers. Here are ways you can die when walking after dark.

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