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Especially aimed at beginners, this accessible book about walking for better health provides specific techniques to maximize fitness.

Topics include the mental and physical benefits of walking; how to assess and monitor fitness levels; warm-up and cool-down exercises; walking equipment (especially shoes); injury prevention; nutrition for walkers; cross-training options including weight lifting; and a special section on walking for weight loss.

There is also a chapter on issues particular to women, such as personal safety and walking during pregnancy.

Reader Review:

So many books just give you general guidelines, but then leave it up to you to figure out a plan. I LOVE this book because it gives a very concrete plan for each day. I was definitely fitter and faster after six weeks. I loved the practical advice.

This is a great book for somebody wanting to get into shape but doesn't really know where to start.