Walking Ideas

Take a walk - it's free, it's fun and you can do it any where, any time.

o Get off the bus a stop earlier - start with just one stop, every little helps.

o Park at the back of the super market car park - it will save you time and stress.

o Take the stairs instead of the lift - start with just one floor and build up slowly.

o Walk for all short journeys - it's good for you and good for the environment.

o Take a walk in your lunch break - it will refresh you and make you more productive.

o Walk with a friend - it's a great way to chat.

o Take your children, grandchildren or nices and nephews to the park.

o Visit a park, the Hoe or the museum - plan things to see.

o Get a pedometer and count your steps.

o To help you plan a walk into you day write an activity diary.

o Join or start a walking group - get together with a friend and meet new people.

Before you walk check out our tips for safe walking. It has lots of useful information from what to wear to getting home safely at night.