When on the trail or a long walk, take along a snack with protein, carbohydrates, and salt replacement.  Trail mix or gorp (“good old raisins and peanuts”) is the natural answer.  But use portion control – on average trail mix has 140 calories and 9 grams of fat per ounce. Basic Trail Mix Equal parts [...]

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Wearing the right walking clothing will increase your comfort, prevent chafing, and keep you dry.  Avoid denim and cotton.  It’s worthwhile to invest in sweat-wicking clothes and undergarments that will support your chest and prevent chafing. Some great places to find what you’re looking for: Plus Size Walking Clothes Plus Size Warm Weather Tops Plus [...]

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For weight loss and general health, the US Surgeon General recommends: “Be physically active for at least 30 minutes (adults) or 60 minutes (children) on most days of the week.” This level of activity burns approximately 150 calories, which would burn 5 pounds in 6 months. This level of exercise reduces disease risks and should [...]

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Tune Up Your Walking Gear and Clothing You will need lighter clothing layers for spring. If you are new to walking, this is your chance to go shopping for shorts and light tops. If you are a veteran walker, time to unpack the spring and summer workout clothes and check to see what needs replaced. [...]

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Do your feet burn?  Burning feet can have several different causes, we explore those and find ways to prevent and treat the burning foot problem. You may be having a sensitivity to the fabric or leather dye in your shoes or socks, or even the detergent used to wash your socks. Vary these to see [...]

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Walking is one of the most popular and widely recommended forms of physical activity for people with diabetes. It’s easy, relaxing and can be done practically anywhere. Most important, it’s highly effective at controlling blood glucose levels. Still, there are important things for people with diabetes to consider before taking off. The Benefits of Walking [...]

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