50 Plus Fitness Walking Programs (Part 1 Of 4)

So...you're ready to start one of our fitness walking programs. And you're on the 'Plus' side of 50 as in 50 Plus or 50 Plus Plus or....Right? Great! nn(Not quite there yet? That's OK 'junior'. Come on in and see what's in store for you! You might even end up building your own website for 40 Plus Fitness Walkers! so it will be easier when you 'catch up'). Did we hear you say....nnFitness Walking Programs? What's That In a nutshell these programs are designed to help you get more fit through walking. It moves you closer to achieving all the benefits of walking. You have specific warm up and stretching exercises to do. You have specific walking times to aim for that are right for you. It gives you step by step guidance. Fitness Walking Programs help you set and reach your goals. You feel better knowing you're on track! Feels even better when you achieve them too! Keep a Walking journal to see your progress as you improve. Keep track of when you walked, how many steps you took, how long you walked, how you felt, any ideas that come up. It's amazing what all that fresh air and exercise does for your 'thinking cap'. It's also really fun when you achieve a milestone and get to check it off. That feels really good! (You're allowed to pump your fist in the air too if you like. Yeah!)nnnOK. Time to get to work. Whether you're here because you...n

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• just decided it's time to start doing something
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• had a recent health scare and need to do something (perhaps with the 'encouragement' of your doctor)
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• recently worked through your own rehab program (foot, back, knee pain or injury) and feel you're ready to do more or
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• walk OK now and just want to go to the next level
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nn...it's really great to see you here. You've taken a huge first step towards feeling great again. Good for you! You're almost there. Just one teensy thing before heading to our Fitness Walking Programs. You need to...nnnContact Your Health Care Professionalnn... if any of these conditions apply to you. Tell her you want to start one of our Walking Programs and you want the green light to start walking.nn

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• Sedentary for a year or more
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• You don't exercise now and are over age 65
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• You've been diagnosed with a heart problem in the past
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• You have high blood pressure
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• You have diabetes
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• You have chest pain, especially when you exert yourself
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• You often feel faint or have dizzy spells
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• Other medical conditions
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Got the green light? Excellent. nnnFitness Walking Programs - Here You Come!nnFoot Wear Start by choosing the best walking shoes for you. This step is critical. You need the right shoes for you. Shoes that fit properly! Walking is a joy when they do!nnClothing Make sure you wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing suitable for the weather of the day. Dress to be seen! Make sure you are visible especially if walking in urban areas around traffic. Sun glasses, sunscreen, walking music, hat, gloves, water bottle can come in handy. nnGood Walking Technique You should check out the basics of good walking technique at least once so you 'get off on the right foot!' (Sorry - couldn't resist). Come right back as soon as you're finished. nnWarm Up & Stretching Exercises Start each walk with warm up and stretching exercises at our stretching exercise room. Do this no matter what Fitness Walking Program you're following. This is really important - especially at our age! Those muscles just aren't as limber as they used to be. Off you go! Come on back when you're done, pick your program and ...nnnLet's Walk!nnChoose Your Fitness Walking Programsn

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1. Fitness Walking 1 - a great place to start out.
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2. Fitness Walking 2 - for folks walking 30 minutes a day now
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3. Fitness Walking 3 - for folks walking 60 minutes a day now.
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