Walking

Encouraging regular, brisk walking is a cost-effective way of tackling health problems such as coronary heart disease and obesity.  Within this section there will be something for everybody from beginners to Hikers.

We hope you will find this both informative and comprehensive.   You may also find the SMARTways directory, our School Travel section and our Public Access information of use.

In this section:

• Walking : Why Should I Walk?
  Walking is an ideal way to take regular exercise. It requires no equipment or expense and can be built into your everyday routine.
• Walking : Where Can I Walk?
  Walking is one of the safest physical activities - there is very little risk of injury and it doesn't hurt.
• Walking : Developing a Regular Walking Routine
  In this page you can find out more information on developing a regular walking routine.
• Walking : What to Wear
  In this page you can find out more information on what types of shoes and clothing to wear while out walking.
• Walking : SMARTways Map
  The new latest edition of the 'SMARTways Route Map & Guide' is now being prepared and will be distributed through-out North Lanarkshire soon.
• Walking : Safer Footways
  Walking is good for you and good for the environment. Please help us to make it easier for people to get around on foot.
• SMARTways : StreetSmart
  North Lanarkshire Council's new Street Smart scheme provides residents of North Lanarkshire with FREE access to a range of environmental services.
• Walk to School
  Thousands of parents and children already make a difference..... Could you?

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