Walking


© Lee Terpening

Lessons

Lesson 1: The Benefits of Walking
This lesson reviews the multitude of health, fitness, mental, emotional and spiritual benefits that have been found to result from a consistent...
Overview - Walking as Aerobic Exercise
Physical Benefits - Health and Fitness
Mental, Emotional and Spiritual Benefits
Walking Self-Study Journal
Bibliography

Lesson 2: Fundamentals of a Walking Program
In this lesson, we explore the underlying principles to any fitness program and how they relate to walking. The actual application of the elements...
Basic Principles in Exercise Prescription
Measuring Intensity
Getting Started
Lesson 2 Self-Study
Bibliography

Lesson 3: Other Factors to Consider in Your Walking Program
This lesson covers many of the other topics to consider when planning your walks. Factors discussed are how to find the right shoes, what clothing...
Finding the Right Shoes
Clothing
Food and Water
Safety and Weather
Accessories to Consider
Options for Walking Outside and Inside
Lesson 3 Walking Self_Study
Bibliography

Lesson 4: Staying Motivated, Setting Goals, Measuring Progress
Once you get going with your walking program, it is important to keep it up. This lessons reviews methods of staying motivated, setting goals,...
Staying Motivated
Setting Goals and Measuring Progress
New Horizons
Lesson 4 Self-Study
Bibliography

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