Walking & Health
Health considerations for walkers including injury prevention and nutrition. Articles address foot care, solo walking safety and common walking injuries.
A Solo Walking Guide
Solo walking can be deeply therapeutic, but there are important safety considerations to keep in mind when heading out alone.
Avoiding Leg Cramps When Walking
Stop leg cramps during hikes by staying hydrated, building strength gradually, and maintaining your electrolytes.
Fell Running: Is It for You?
Fell running combines hiking and cross-country racing on steep terrain, here's what you need to know about whether it's right for you.
General Health and Safety When Walking
Stay safe while walking with practical tips for roads, trails and everyday outings.
Hiking for Older People
Older adults can keep hiking safely by understanding their limits and choosing appropriate trails that match their fitness level.
How to Avoid Blisters When Hiking
Prevent hiking blisters by choosing the right boots and socks through proper testing before you hit the trail.
How to Prepare for the Hiking Season
Get fit before hiking season with a simple six-week plan combining cardio and strength training to build stamina and endurance.
How to Prevent Walking Injuries
Prevent walking injuries by wearing proper footwear, building distance gradually, staying hydrated and eating well before and after.
How to Take Care of Your Feet When Hiking
Prevent foot injuries on the trail by choosing properly fitted hiking boots and breaking them in before you go.
Nutrition for Walking
Eat enough carbs and energy-rich foods to fuel your walking, adjusted for your weight, pace, distance and terrain.
The Best Hiking Snacks
Keep your energy up on the trail with the right snacks like fruit and energy bars to prevent cramps and blood sugar drops.
Walking for Fitness: A Plan
A practical guide to starting a walking fitness routine, from checking with your GP to building a consistent schedule.
Walking for Health
Walking only improves fitness and weight loss when you raise the intensity enough to get out of breath.
Walking for Physical Rehabilitation
How walking helps patients rebuild strength and mobility after injury or stroke, from therapy to independent movement.
Walking Injuries
Common walking injuries happen to occasional walkers and hikers, often from lack of preparation or poor footwear.
Walking on Roads
How to walk safely on busy roads and avoid traffic hazards while staying alert.
What Is SwimHiking?
Swimhiking combines hiking and swimming across water using a waterproof rucksack that keeps your clothes dry while you trek.
What to Do in an Emergency
Know how to stay calm and respond effectively if someone gets injured or falls ill during a walking trip.