Step out - improve
your health and quality of life |
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Walking is a healthy enjoyable activity and an environmentally
friendly means of transport, so step out and discover the Island
in the Isle of Wight Walking Festival. There are walks for families,
fun, fitness, seasoned ramblers or leisurely walkers –
whatever your interest, we’ll have the ideal walk for
you. Take a challenging hike or a casual stroll on the Island
for a breathtaking experience!!
Health walks are an ideal way to get fit if you don’t
wish to go to the gym or fitness classes. Health experts agree
that 30 minutes brisk walking on most days of the week is sufficient
to improve fitness.
Benefits of Walking your Way to Health:
- Improves your general health
- Lowers blood pressure
- Strengthens your bones
- Reduces stress
- Enhance mental wellbeing
- Reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and strokes
- Reduces body fat
- Helps control body weight
- Burns calories - helps to control weight
- Help flexibility and co-ordination hence reducing the risk of falls
- Live longer!!!!