How many times have you been encouraged to set yourself a challenge? Any sort of challenge? Eat better! Exercise more! Read the Iliad! Today is our first day of significant heat for the season, with an estimated max of 27 degrees C. It’s time to prepare for summer. So today, I’m going to add toContinue reading “Set yourself a challenge”
Category Archives: Articles about walking
Is there value in short bursts of walking?
Apparently, most Australians are like me. We don’t get enough exercise, according to this article from the ABC website: It contains the usual list of excuses for not exercising, and suggests that short bursts of walking are a way of getting back into action. Think of it as snacking on exercise, one block at aContinue reading “Is there value in short bursts of walking?”
Cardio Classics
Do you walk to an accompaniment? It might be the gleeful chatter of a friend, or a meaningful podcast, or just whatever is playing at that moment on the radio. Another option worth a try is a musical soundtrack designed specifically for exercise. I purchased just such a CD some years ago – Cardio ClassicsContinue reading “Cardio Classics”
Getting back into it
So, it’s been a while since you step out for a walk. I confess it’s been a while since I have. Summer was just too hot for me. I saw others out pounding the pavement. Sure, the mornings were cool enough but that was when I needed to open my house up to let thatContinue reading “Getting back into it”
Warming up to Active 10
It’s still hot, but the heatwave has eased. Time to get walking again. But should it be a long walk, to make up for lost time, or a short walk? Some research is suggesting regular brisk walks of 10 minutes are the way to go. The National Health Service in the UK is recommending itContinue reading “Warming up to Active 10”
