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Category: Fitness and Health

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5 Health benefits of walking outside regularly

If you're reading this blog post, chances are you've been on a hike before. It's great for your body and mind! But sometimes it can be hard to find the motivation to get outside again. Here I have...

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What to eat after a long walk | Sensible foods to eat after hiking

Hiking is a sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is also one of the easiest ways to stay fit and get away from your daily routine, and can be a fun way to get out into nature, which...

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Blisters – how to prevent them and treat them when they appear

We walk because we have to - for our health, our moods, our relationships with others - but also because it's fun! Walking is one of life's simple pleasures; why not do it in comfort? When you...

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Maximum walking distance per day | How far should you walk?

I have mentioned before that in my teenage years I was a jogger, and in 1989 ran the London Marathon. So distances have always been a thing of interest for me. So I asked myself, what is the maximum...

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Nutrition For Walkers

As I walk more, and see the changing shape of my body, I am starting to eat healthier too. Apart from having a sweet tooth and weak when someone says to me "have another beer", day to day I am trying...

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What is the best food to take with me when out walking?

I like my food, and no doubt that has helped contribute to my middle aged spread, especially as I will veer towards anything sweet - cakes, biscuits, chocolate. But of course I know that if I am out...

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Hi I'm Paul, I took up walking when my ex-partner Nicky rescued her dog, Paco, from the streets of Romania through a charity, Perrera Dogs UK. We had hundreds of lovely walks, and I thought it would be good to share some of the things I've learned along the way. Walking in the countryside is so good for your health, both physically and mentally, so I hope I can inspire you to get out in the countryside.

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