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In the News (Tue 2 Dec 08)

  
 Walking 65,000 Miles
Walking at a slower pace for longer periods of time may actually burn more fat, particularly if the walk is done early in the morning, before breakfast.
Walking improves circulation, increases the supply of oxygen and lubrication to joints, and facilitates the rapid removal of waste byproducts.
A walking shoe, for example, takes into account a heel that strikes the ground before the rest of the foot follows, in contrast to running shoes made for midfeet or toes that hit the pavement first.
flatrock.org.nz /topics/lifestyles/walking_works_health_wonders.htm   (2915 words)

  
 Scottish Walking Tours
This centre-based walking trip recognises the fact that many walkers appreciate the rugged beauty that mountain days in Scotland offer but equally appreciate the contrast of a comfortable hotel, good food and a dram in front of a roaring log fire while discussing their day.
Walks each day are between 6-8 hours, with most days involving some mountain ascent in the order of 2000-3000ft and distances covered each day of between 6-8 miles (10-14km).
This is a fine coastal walk in the south west of Skye to the deserted villages of Boreraig and Suisnish – former crofting communities destroyed during the “Highland Clearances” of the mid 1900’s.
www.travel-innovations.com /scotwalk.htm   (6339 words)

  
 Spanish Walking Tour - Travel with a Challenge Magazine
To my surprise, the majority of modern day walking travelers are far from youthful, and many of the dedicated marathon walkers are in their sixties and even seventies.
Clara, who had walked and cycled our itinerary so many times she could do it with eyes shut tight, encouraged us to set a personal pace that might vary from day to day, and to walk alone as well as with different participants.
Walking my scheduled 11.8 miles or 19 kilometers on the last day, first through beautiful countryside and forests, then picnic lunching on a mountain top overlooking the city of 87,000, and finally winding down the slopes and into the pages of medieval history, I arrived at the cathedral fresher than on any other day.
www.travelwithachallenge.com /Spanish_Walking_Tour.htm   (2220 words)

  
 Walking Workout for the Weary Woman
Walking can be the easiest and most natural method to do so.
Walking for 10 minutes and stretching afterwards may be enough to start out with.
Walking is a fantastic opportunity to spend one on one time with the Lord.
christianwomentoday.com /health/busywalking.html   (1178 words)

  
 ||==|| Walking Safari ||==||
Walking is not allowed in all but three national parks/reserves but there are many other areas in Kenya which are ideal for walking and offer good chances of spotting wildlife.
Good for a one day trek, the walker here is rewarded by the scenery, variety of bird life and plains game, with chance to spot the leopard.
From one to ten days, one walks in the cool hours of the morning and in the afternoon a gamedrive is undertaken in a four-wheel-drive.
www.shoortravel.com /walkingsafaris.html   (1672 words)

  
 THE WALKING SITE
Walking is one of the easiest, most enjoyable, and most profitable forms of exercise.
In a recent poll 70% of walkers surveryed stated a desire to train for and participate in a marathon or distance walking event.
When walking on a cambered road avoid stress on joints by walking out and back on the same side of the road.
www.thewalkingsite.com   (334 words)

  
 Physical, psychological benefits of walking more each day
At the end of each day, participants completed several rating scales based on their judgments of the entire day, including self-ratings of self-esteem, happiness, overall mood and depression as well as energy and tension.
The psychology professor pointed out that walking more is increasingly advocated by public health authorities as an excellent form of essential exercise, and recently in the popular media there is the widely advocated suggestion that people should walk 10,000 steps a day for optimal health.
Over the 20-day period of the study, the mean number of steps per day of the 37 participants was 9,217, with the males averaging 9,829 steps per day and the females averaging 8,923.
www.azcentral.com /health/fitness/articles/0405walkingbenefits.html   (737 words)

  
 The Walking Company - The Best Brands from Around the World   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Walking is simple, convenient and low cost and is the most popular physical activity.
Walk around the house or in place for a few minutes to get the blood flowing to the muscles before you attempt to stretch them.
Walking hills, in addition to increasing your cardiovascular endurance, is a great way to tone the legs.
www.thewalkingcompany.com /BenefitsOfWalking.aspx   (922 words)

  
 Mini Break Self-Guided Walking Tour
Day 4 Walk on Valentia Island to Bray Head, with magnificent views of the Skelligs and the rocky coastline near Portmagee.
Day 3 From Doolin we travel to the Cliffs of Moher for a morning walk along the cliff-tops to Hag's Head.
Day 2 Wonderful walk around the famous Slea Head, the richest areas of archaeology in the region.
www.travel-innovations.com /minibreakwalk.htm   (984 words)

  
 Lynott Tours - Ireland & Northern Ireland - Walking Tour of Ireland
Day 3-4-5 Based close to the lively fishing port of Dingle we spend the next three days exploring this fabulous part of Ireland with spectacular coastal walks and breathtaking mountain walks.
Days 6 and 7 Walking across the peninsula from south to north we descend in to the lovely village of Cloghane to spend our final two nights and explore this area in more detail.
Day 3 Once again, you are driven a short distance from the town of Kenmare, to start walking in the little village of Templenoe.
www.lynotttours.com /i-walk.html   (1867 words)

  
 Walkingjersey |walking holidays and short breaks
Each day is extremely varied, as we pass through several climatic and vegetation zones en route to the summit.
Except for the day when you attempt the summit, this is a much harder day and you will be expected to walk for about for 12hours.
Walking along the saddle and up to Kibo can be slow and cold because of the high altitude.
www.walkingjersey.com /climb-kilimanjaro/kili_intin.html   (877 words)

  
 Walking and Hiking in the Ariège Pyrenees
Walk along part of the medieval pilgrim route to St Jacques de Compostella and stay in the traditional halts like St Lizier.
The walks are not strenuous but have enough variation in terrain and natural features like waterfalls and outcroppings to interest both adults and children.
In the Couserans both Panoram'âne and Balad'âne not only have donkeys to hire by the day but also offer multi-day trips walking from gîte to gîte or tent camping.
www.ariege.com /what_to_do/outdoors/walking.html   (587 words)

  
 Labor Day Walking Meditation - Meditation
Labor Day is dedicated to rest, relaxation and celebrating all the effort we put into work.
Walking along in stride let your thoughts turn to appreciation for all gained in life by your labors, such as the essentials of life for yourself and family, and the companionship of coworkers and colleagues.
Appreciation lifts the spirits, and combined with a walking meditation - sets the stage for peace and harmony at home and work.
www.bellaonline.com /articles/art34285.asp   (204 words)

  
 Classic African Walking Safaris, Walking Safaris in Africa, Zambia Walking Safaris, Nsefu Walking Trail
The walking safari area is in one of the best riverine areas in the Luangwa.
The walking area does not have roads and so in the evening you walk back to camp for sundowners and in the style of the early pioneering safaris, porters take luggage between the camps.
During the morning enjoy a game walk to the second camp, arriving in time for lunch (your luggage will be taken to the camp by porters).
www.luxuryholidaysonline.com /zambia/nsefu-walking-trail.html   (572 words)

  
 Walking Safaris - Go 2 Africa Walking Tours and Safaris
A 4 day walking adventure in Phinda’s pristine African bush wilderness, guaranteeing an exceptional and interpretive South African wildlife safari experience.
A 4 day luxury walking safari in a wilderness concession of the Kruger National Park.
A 4 day walking safari in untouched and unexplored wilderness areas of the Kruger National Park.
www.go2africa.com /walking-safaris/default.asp   (330 words)

  
 Escorted Walking Holidays in Ireland with Hidden Trails.
Days 3, 4 and 5 Based close to the lively fishing port of Dingle we spend the next three days exploring this fabulous part of Ireland with spectacular coastal walks and breathtaking mountain walks.
Days 5 and 6 Our next two nights are spent in Allihies as we move further west along the peninsula visiting the famous Dursey Island and exploring the mountains near Allihies-rich in copper mining history.
Days 4,5 and 6: Lough Dan and Glendalough with its monasteries, churches, lakes and valleys.Overnighs are spent near the restful village of Laragh.
www.hiddentrails.com /outdoor/hike/europe/ireland/escorted-walking.htm   (1281 words)

  
 Walking in Bad Weather
Well, there have been some rainy days, but today was the heaviest downpour in these weeks.
My plan for bad weather, especially with autumn rains and the wintery days that lie ahead, is to go to the clubhouse here at Royal Crest Estates and use the treadmill.
You can see it was a good day for Plan B! To see more of the exercise room, click on the thumbnails to open a new window with a larger image.
www.rjoannej.com /walking/rainydayind.html   (175 words)

  
 Walking and Sightseeing Day tours in Scotland from Glasgow and Edinburg on and off the beaten track
Your day trip includes minibus travel, easy walking/hiking for those with a basic but good level of fitness and mobility the company of a knowledgeable guide, a complementary and delicious picnic lunch and, on some trips, even a boat ride to an island or a cruise on the loch.
This walk on the romantic east shore of Loch Lomond is a chance to explore the gentle hillside at the foot of the loch's big mountain, Ben Lomond (974m).
For walking trips, please bring walking boots or sturdy footwear with good profiled soles, a day rucksack, clothing for sun and rain including a waterproof jacket, a hat, a spare light pullover (fleece), as well as drinking water.
www.walkwild.org /daytrips.html   (1726 words)

  
 America's Walking: Pedometers
The simplest way is to wear it while walking a known distance, such as once around a quarter-mile track, at your normal walking speed.
So, on faster walks you'll be underestimating the distance somewhat, and on slower walks you'll overestimate a bit.
A quarter mile walk is 1,320 feet long (a mile is 5,280 feet).
www.pbs.org /americaswalking/gear/gearpedometers.html   (511 words)

  
 Walking The World
In the magnificent Alps, we’ll walk to alpine lakes surrounded by deep pine forests, enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding countryside, and savor picnic lunches by plunging waterfalls.
An easy, relaxing day walking to a number of small alpine lakes along the Royal Path.
From Monterosso we will walk along the “ Blue Trail”, an ancient footpath along terraces of grape vines and olive trees leading to Vernazza, an ancient fishing village on the edge of the sea.
www.walkingtheworld.com /pub/Trips/Europe/cinque_terre.html   (934 words)

  
 Typical Walking Day - Jedsons Camp Walking Safaris in Zimbabwe Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Walks are tailored to the age and fitness of the group.
Some guests like to walk twice each day, others prefer to switch mornings and evenings, depending upon their energy levels.
Days are planned to make them as enjoyable, varied and memorable as possible.
www.webwalking.com /jedsons/walking.htm   (447 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Walking By Day: Books: Donald Hutchins   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Walking By Day is one man's account of how the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) and the various State laws that followed have contributed to the ruin of many small businesses across America-and will continue to do so until radical changes are implemented.
Hutchins walks readers through his own nightmare as he was forced to watch CERCLA hold his family business captive for more than nine years, bringing a growing, prosperous manufacturing firm to the brink of insolvency and a fight for survival.
As readers embark on an informative walk through these pages, they'll discover how CERCLA has done far more to contribute to the coffers of the legal and lobbying professions than stamp out any of the environmental hazards it was originally designed to confront.
www.amazon.com /Walking-Day-Donald-Hutchins/dp/0966610202   (846 words)

  
 Urban Out Sitters - Dog Walking Services
The time to cancel a walk on the same day of service is before 9am.
If a client contacts us later in the day to cancel, or we arrive at your home and you are there; you will be charged for that visit.
Before we walk your dog, we ask that he or she have the appropriate vaccinations, have ID tags attached, and be licensed in his or her county.
www.urbanoutsitters.com /dog_walking.cfm   (631 words)

  
 Becky's Pet Care, Inc. l Dog Walking, Pet Sitting and Special Care l Dog Walking Contract   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
These walks are billed at a flat, monthly rate and pre-paid on the first of the month for the current month.
Monthly dog walking clients may cancel up to two weeks of service per year in one-week blocks, provided you inform our office at least one week prior to the first of the month for the month that you want to use your vacation credit.
Scheduled walks performed on federal holidays will be billed separately at our standard visit rate plus a $10 per visit holiday fee.
www.beckyspetcare.com /dogwalkingcontract.htm   (668 words)

  
 Cinque Terre & Chianti Walking 6 day tour   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Day 3 Portovenere After a morning train ride, hike up to the 14th-century Santuario dell Madonna di Montenero, a popular pilgrimage destination Continue to the World Heritage Site of Portovenere, its pastel-painted houses clustered above the glittering Mediterranean Sea.
After a day of engaging activity, they settle into wonderful lodgings and indulge in gourmet cuisine.
Explore two of Italy’s most captivating pockets on this walking trip that takes you from the Mediterranean fishing villages of the Cinque Terre to the famed wine region of Chianti.
www.escorteditalytours.com /walkingtours/cinqueterrechiantiwalking.htm   (678 words)

  
 Connemara Safari Island Hopping Tour - 5 Day Tour - Walking Connemara
Midway through our walk we’ll stop for a picnic lunch, before setting off to meet our bus at the far end of the fjord.
After walking through the many different field systems to the far end of the island we again set sail, this time to the island of Inish Turk in Co. Mayo.
It's an island wholly dependent on the traditional activities of farming, fishing and local craft businesses such as currach making, etc. Our walk ends at the mouth of the harbour where we drop in to one of Ireland's longest surviving Shebeens for a little light refreshment.
www.walkingconnemara.com /5days.html   (727 words)

  
 Amazon.ca: 90 Day Fitness Walking Program: Books: Mark Fenton   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The editors of Walking Magazine present a day-by-day, progressive walking program that helps strengthen the heart, burn fat and improve fitness in 90 days.
I can now go out for a day with my husband without having to call a half after a couple of hours and be taken home.
I am not a beginner when it come to exercise, but walking was a little boring to me so I purchased this book as a motivational tool and now I absolutely enjoy walking.
www.amazon.ca /90-Day-Fitness-Walking-Program/dp/0399518983   (634 words)

  
 Welcome to Walking.org
Step It Out is a brilliant 30-day walking and weight loss plan (including gorgeous recipes) that’s totally inspiring.
Walking is an injury-free way for the over 50s to keep fit, and fit kids are fitter when all the family walks together
In his latest book, The Rhythm for Life – Seven Highly Effective Ways to Walk Away from Stress, Les tackles the problem of stress and shows us how to take control of our lives, re-energise, and turn stress into motivation and inspiration.
www.walking.org /our_books.asp   (234 words)

  
 10,000 steps - The Walking Site
That means it takes just over 2,000 steps to walk one mile, and 10,000 steps is close to 5 miles.
It is however our recommendation that most individuals fit 30 to 60 minutes of dedicated walking (or other exercise) into their routine at least 3 to 4 days a week.
You can start with as little as ten minutes per day and gradually increase your walking routine.
www.thewalkingsite.com /10000steps.html   (458 words)

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