Mallard Ducks on the bank - don't you just love their colours
(a photograph from a previous walk)
"May is National Walking Month in the UK, a perfect time to celebrate the simple joy of walking. Not only is walking beneficial for our health and mood, but it also supports a sustainable lifestyle. Here are some practical ways to incorporate more walking into your daily routine.
START WITH A MORNING WALK
Kick off your day with a morning walk. It’s a refreshing way to awaken your body and mind.
COMMUTE ON FOOT
If possible, swap your vehicle commute for walking. Even if it’s just part of the way, walking to work or the nearest bus stop can significantly increase your daily physical activity.
TAKE WALKING MEETINGS
Transform your usual seated meetings into walking meetings. This not only adds some steps to your day but also encourages creativity and conversation in a more relaxed environment.
EXPLORE LOCAL TRAILS
Use National Walking Month as an opportunity to explore local walking trails. The UK boasts an array of beautiful paths that offer both tranquillity and a dose of nature.
JOIN A WALKING GROUP
Joining a local walking group can be a motivational and social way to get more steps into your day.
ORGANISE A CHARITY WALK
Organise or participate in a charity walk. This is a wonderful way to contribute to a cause you care about while also getting active.
MAKE IT A FAMILY AFFAIR
Encourage your family to go on regular walks with you. Whether it’s after dinner, early in the morning, or at weekends walking together not only strengthens family bonds but also instils healthy habits in everyone.
GO TECH-FREE
Try to take at least one walk per week without your phone or other gadgets. Disconnecting from digital devices allows you to connect more deeply with your surroundings and yourself. You’ll likely notice more of the beauty around you and can use this time for reflection or mindfulness.
DOCUMENT YOUR WALKS
Keep a walking diary or use a photography app to document the sights you see on your walks. Not only will this keep you motivated, but it will also create a beautiful record of your progress and the landscapes you’ve enjoyed."
You can read these words and more in article here
All the best Jan
32 comments:
I've restarted my walking and feel better for it. These are wonderful suggestions, thx!
Darling mallards, Jan! We prefer a morning walk, though today we took our walk after supper. It doesn't feel right if a day comes without our walk. Nice to hear it is National Walking Month.
...May is a wonderful month for walks.
Me gusta caminar. Es genial que mi mes se celebre eso. . Te mando un beso.
A wonderful month! -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com
We walk daily, rain or shine!
Walking is my favourite exercise.
This is a GREAT IDEA! Love it!!
I enjoy walking very much and always intend to start the day with a walk but that rarely happens. Sorry some of your comments have ended up in spam. No idea why. I do check spam regularly but forgot the last few days. Sorry.
The ducks are really lovely, the colours are amazing.
Yes, keep moving and walk if you can.
Margart D (won't permit me to comment for some reason)
such lovely season seems perfect for long cheerful walks and i loved th idea of walking meetings wow
thanks for sharing :)
hugs and best wishes dear Jan
Mayo es un bonito mes para caminar, ahora no puedo con mi prótesis de rodilla recién puesta. Besos.
I used to make it a family affair. But I have gone weary
Getting back to walking after wrenching my knee badly last year. Walking with dogs is always a joy.
I haven't even very good walking this month-I've been gardening and I actually seem to get more steps doing that than when I walk. But soon I should be able to get back into walking-and I'm ready. I love spring garden clean up, but I miss my walks. Thanks for sharing this.
I like an early morning walk!
Great info, thanks for sharing.
Take care, enjoy your day!
I make myself walk everyday. At least 4000 to 5000 steps...sometimes more.
hugs
Donna
where are the chickens?? At my place there are a lot of young ones these days :)
I wish I had an easy place to go walk...or could get up.and sneak out early...I used to love to walk all over. Now. I at least park far out in whatever parking lot I am parking in...I never was one to want to park close unless it was pouring rain or icy.
Braunschweig-people walk everywhere :-)
I try to do it every day!
I've taken a morning walk since 1988.
Great suggestions for encouraging walking! I miss being able to walk. I used to go every day, rain or shine, dressed for the weather. In summer I'd do a short two mile walk around 7:00 a.m. before going into work, and another one in the evening. During the darker, winter days I'd fit in around the worst of the weather. I was fit as a flea! It's most definitely one of the best forms of exercise for both body and mind!
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J.P. Alexander said...
Me gusta caminar. Es genial que mi mes se celebre eso. . Te mando un beso
I like to walk. It's great that my month celebrates that. . I send you a kiss
Teresa said...
Mayo es un bonito mes para caminar, ahora no puedo con mi prótesis de rodilla recién puesta. Besos
May is a beautiful month to walk, now I can't with my newly fitted knee prosthesis. Kisses
Those mallards are so cute! It's amazing how good walking is for you, and no gym membership required! Take care and have a great week Jan & Eddie xx
I walk my dog all the time.
the hubs enjoys walking, and i enjoy zipping along side of him!! you shared some good encouragement for walking!!
I usually forget my camera. But I walk three days a week.
Some incredibly good recommendations. I am seldom without my camera, especially since I still don't own a cell phone.
Lovely ducks.. Nice shot...
High Fives to Walking!!
I start my day with a walk ... and you are right, it kicks starts the day!! :-)
Some great ideas, we usually walk in the evening
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