Although this pace is faster than a leisurely stroll, it's slow enough for most people to be able to carry on a conversation with a walking buddy. If you have led a sedentary lifestyle and are starting an exercise program, you don't have to go the full 30 minutes at the start. Begin walking 10 minutes a day for a week and add five minutes each week. Harvard Women s Health Watch, November 1999. The Health Alliance, in partnership with the Hamilton County Park District and the Hamilton County General Health District, has teamed up to start walking clubs at both the Winton Woods and Miami Whitewater Parks.
Participants can come to the parks as often as they like.
You can even keep track of your hours or minutes of walking that you would do in your neighborhood or at another area park. In addition to participating in the walking program, other events have been scheduled. Besides these educational programs, there will be social events where members will be given prizes for their efforts. Then visit this site. . This NIH site offers a wealth of tips and information about walking.