Walking: A Complete Guide to the Complete Exercise

Walking: A Complete Guide to the Complete Exercise

€œA GIANT STEP FOR IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF MANKIND.€<br>€“Kenneth H. Cooper, M.D., M.P.H.<br><br>It€s true: walking, the primary gait we use every day, is actually the safest, least expensive, and overall most beneficial way to lose weight and improve cardiovascular health. <br><br>Casey Meyers was diagnosed in 1995 at high risk for stroke or heart attack, and he has been out daily walking for his life€“literally. Meyers (a fit and active 79) has conducted hundreds of walking clinics nationwide. In this revised and updated classic, he shows you how to achieve a healthier, happier life through exercise-walking. He tells you exactly what you need to know, including:<br><br>Benefits: weight loss, weight maintenance, losing fat, gaining muscle<br>Walking guidelines: how often, how far, how fast? <br>Pacing yourself: the stroll, brisk walking, and aerobic walking<br>Warm-ups: targeted stretches, posture, rhythm, and stride length<br>Gear: shoes, socks, and athletic dress for all types of weather<br>Safety: best times and places for secure exercise-walking<br>Lifestyle: eating smart, yoga, meditation<br>Questions and answers: the twelve biggest concerns of exercise-walkers<br><br><i>Walking</i> is unrivaled in depth and breadth, truly comprehensive and invaluable for exercise-walkers at every level of fitness.<br><br>€œEasy to follow and practical for people from eight to eighty.€<br>€“<i>Publishers Weekly</i>