Description
Book SynopsisCall it power walking, fitness walking, or just plain walking. Indoors or out, walking is one of the healthiest and most rewarding forms of exercise available to all sorts of people, young and old. In fact, walking burns about the same number of calories per mile as running (and it's a lot easier on your knees). Walking is one of the most adaptable workout activities around you can walk for an hour straight to make your walking program effective and to achieve your goals, or you can accumulate this hour over the course of a day. Fitness Walking For Dummies is for anyone who wants to start an exercise program but may not have the knowledge or motivation to do it. If you're already a walking fanatic, you'll find out how to become a better fitness walker. This easy-to-understand guide is also for those who are on track to Lose weightDecrease blood pressureControl cholesterolRelieve stressPrevent heart diseaseDeal with depression Explore what it takes to begin an exercise program by setti
Table of ContentsIntroduction.
PART I: Getting Started.
Chapter 1: Knowing Your Numbers.
Chapter 2: Going for Your Personal Gold.
Chapter 3: Getting in Gear.
Chapter 4: Nutrition for Walkers on the Run.
Chapter 5: Walking Logistics.
PART II: Basic Training.
Chapter 6: Warming Up and Cooling Down.
Chapter 7: Lifestyle Walking.
Chapter 8: Fitness Walking.
Chapter 9: High-Energy Walking.
Chapter 10: Walk-Run.
PART III: Beyond the Basics.
Chapter 11: Strength Training Exercises for Walkers.
Chapter 12: Stretches for Walkers.
Chapter 13: Advanced Walking Routines.
Chapter 14: Advice for Special Needs.
Chapter 15: A Pain in the.
Chapter 16: The Complete Treadmill Guide.
Chapter 17: All Roads Lead to Fitness.
PART IV: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 18: Ten Great Gadgets for Walkers.
Chapter 19: Ten Great Sources of Walking Information.
Chapter 20: Ten Ways to Stay Motivated.
Appendix: Walking Resources.
Index.
Book Registration Information.
