Description
Book SynopsisGet up, get moving, and walk away the pounds If you're looking to lose weight and get fit, Walking the Weight Off For Dummies will show you just what to do to walk yourself to a whole new you.
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1
Part I: Getting Started with Walking 5
Chapter 1: The Perfect Exercise: Walking 7
Chapter 2: The Health Benefits of Walking 27
Chapter 3: How Walking Sheds Pounds 47
Part II: Preparing and Fueling Your Body 61
Chapter 4: Hitting the Road 63
Chapter 5: Walking Workout Equipment and Preparation 79
Chapter 6: The Science of Walking 93
Chapter 7: Fueling Your Walking Workout 111
Chapter 8: Delicious and Healthy Recipes 127
Part III: Walking Workouts 145
Chapter 9: Creating the Best Walking Routine for You 147
Chapter 10: Walking Routines 157
Chapter 11: Taking Your Workout to the Next Level 191
Part IV: Walking Considerations for Any Condition 203
Chapter 12: Walking to Improve Diabetes 205
Chapter 13: Walking Away Heart Disease 217
Chapter 14: Walking Your Belly and Butt Off 227
Chapter 15: Walking During Pregnancy and Beyond 233
Chapter 16: Walking with Arthritis and Osteoporosis 253
Chapter 17: Overcoming Obstacles 267
Chapter 18: Maintaining Your Weight Loss 281
Part V: The Part of Tens 295
Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Maximize Your Walking Workout 297
Chapter 20: Ten Essential Tools for Any Walker 303
Index 309
