SparkPeople - Walking Guide

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Walking is an ideal form of exercise that nearly everyone can do, without any special equipment. In SparkPeople's Walking Guide, you'll find everything you need to start a walking program, keep it fun and interesting, and get the results you want.

Walking Articles And Workouts

Get Started on the Right Foot

Health and Fitness Benefits of Walking
How to Walk: Proper Form and Technique
What to Wear When You Walk
If the Shoe Fits, Wear It!
Choosing a Walking Route
Walking Safety Tips
Pedometers: Get Fit the Right-Left-Right Way
Getting on the Treadmill

Fun and Adventurous Walking Ideas

Keep Health and Safety in Mind

Walking Success Stories

Map Your Walk

Calculate your distance, pace and calorie burn when you walk outdoors. Plus, share your routes and find routes from other members!

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Walking SparkTeams

Get support, tips and advice from other walkers like you!

	10,000 Steps a Day! 2,341 members

	Wacky Walkers 279 members

	Walking Off the Weight 3,049 members

	Where Will You Walk To? 463 members

Walking in the News

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