Why not try fitness walking this Autumn?
By Gill Stewart from WALX
Engage with nature as you get fitter and more toned this Autumn!
There’s nothing like an Autumn Walk, and many of us are more tempted than ever to step out when the low sun picks out the glorious leaf colours with a golden glow. It’s a magical misty time of year with crispy leaves to kick and sparkling cobwebs to enjoy – it also reminds us that we need to make the most of the great outdoors before the days shorten.
Being in nature is great for the mind
So, it’s also the perfect season to work on your own health and fitness as the days are cooler and life reverts to normality after the summer break.
Being in nature is great for the mind so it makes sense to combine that with being active but time is precious, so a walking workout means you can skip the gym too!
Just 20 minutes a day!
Total body walking for as little as 20 minutes a day improves strength, tone, posture, and balance with every step – you can join a class or learn the basics and go it alone.
The first step is to DISCOVER what is right for you as exercise needs to be effective and enjoyable if you are going to stick to it. I always advise people to try any new regime before signing up rashly and then giving up (or worse not having the confidence to go in the first place)
Joining a group walk when you are not sure you can keep up for instance is a concern I come across regularly as is the fear that others are fitter then you in any new class.
Discovery Sessions
That’s why at WALX we offer Discovery sessions so you can come and meet the team, find out more about the fitness walking sessions on offer and even have a go if you want to.
The Instructors will be on hand with advice about what would be ideal for you based on your current fitness/health and what you are looking to achieve. Whether that’s better health, weight loss, training for a holiday or simply to get out and meet others.
For those who are not ready to join a physical session, we also offer one to one consultations with experts who can discuss any health concerns and signpost you to the right session. With walks for all levels, we can accommodate most people whether you want to step out at speed and cover the miles or enjoy gentle walks with yoga – we want you to come and try! Find out more about the Discover Sessions at WALX
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