Walking & Health

How it’s important to choose a pair of hiking boots or shoes along with several pairs of thick socks you can change on your hike that will be the most successful method of ensuring that you don’t ...

Your feet are probably the most important ‘tools’ when you are out walking or hiking so it’s important to look after them. There are numerous things you can do but it all begins with choosing the ...

Whether you’re hiking, rambling, taking the dog out for a run on the park or just going out for a pleasant leisurely ‘stroll’ - walking is probably the most simplest form of exercise we can all take ...

Those who walk or hike are far less likely to suffer injuries than others who take part in more vigorous exercise or play contact sports. However injuries do occur and are often the result of a lack ...

How it’s important to know how to refuel when you’re out walking. The types of food which will provide you with the most energy and the importance of taking plenty of fluids on board to prevent ...

How many people get far more out of walking and hiking by doing it alone as opposed to being part of a larger group. The importance of understanding the additional precautions you should consider if ...

How you need to get out of breath if you intend using a walking regime as a method of becoming fit. How it’s important to know your own individual ‘starting point’ and to build up the intensity of ...

Although all walkers are susceptible to injuries during a walk the vast majority of injuries happen to those who are not used to walking or hiking and only venture out occasionally, perhaps when ...

How walking or hiking on roads can be far more dangerous than walking in the countryside. Things to be aware of and some useful advice as well as pointing out some of the dangers and ways in which ...

Whilst the vast majority of walking trips go off without a hitch it’s also important to be prepared for any eventuality and, unfortunately accidents and emergencies do occasionally occur. They are ...