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  Walking For FitnessTuesday, March 19th, 2024  


Is It Okay for Me To Walk?
Answer the following questions before you begin a walking program:

  • Has your doctor ever told you that you have heart trouble?
  • When you exercise, do you have pains in your chest or on your left side (neck, shoulder or arm)?
  • Do you often feel faint or have dizzy spells?
  • Do you feel extremely breathless after mild activity?
  • Has your doctor told you that you have high blood pressure?
  • Has your doctor told you that you have bone or joint problems, like arthritis, that could get worse if you exercise?
  • Are you over 50 years old and not use to a lot of exercise?
  • Do you have a condition or physical reason not mentioned here that might interfere with an exercise program?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, please check with your doctor before starting a walking program or other form of exercise.

How Do I Start a Walking Program?
It is important to design a program that will work for you. In planning your walking program, keep the following points in mind:
  • Choose a safe place to walk. Find a partner or group of people to walk with you. Your walking partner(s) should be able to walk with you on the same schedule and at the same speed.
  • Wear shoes with thick flexible soles that will cushion your feet and absorb shock.
  • Wear clothes that are right for the season. Cotton clothes for the summer help to keep you cool by absorbing sweat and allowing it to evaporate. Layer your clothing in the winter, and as you warm up, you can take off some layers.
  • Stretch before you walk. See the warm up exercises here.
  • Think of your walk in three parts. Walk slowly for 5 minutes. Increase your speed for the next 5 minutes. Finally, to cool down, walk slowly again for 5 minutes.
  • Try to walk at least three times per week. Add 2 to 3 minutes per week to the fast walk. If you walk less than three times per week, increase the fast walk more slowly.
  • To avoid stiff or sore muscles or joints, start gradually. Over several weeks, begin walking faster, going further, and walking for longer periods of time.
  • The more you walk, the better you will feel. You also use more calories.
Safety Tips
Keep safety in mind when you plan your route and the time of your walk.
  • Walk in the daytime or at night in well-lighted areas.
  • Walk in a group at all times.
  • Notify your local police station of your group's walking time and route.
  • Do not wear jewelry.
  • Do not wear headphones.
  • Be aware of your surroundings.


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