For Your Health
Regular walking, even for less than a mile at time can:
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contribute to weight control and reduced obesity
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help to lower stress levels, reducing the risk of heart disease and some forms of cancer.
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reduce the risk of developing diabetes
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lengthen your life
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improve strength, stamina and posture
That's not all though
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Walking to work means you breathe in less pollution from traffic than car drivers.
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Walking raises the metabolic rate, helping you to keep the weight off.
For your local environment
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Walking is the least polluting form of transport, bar none.
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More people walking in the local area reduces incidence of anti social behaviour.
Save money
Walking is the most efficient form of transport, and almost cost free (aside from clothes and a pair of shoes of course)
Did you know?
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The average cost of maintaining a car each year is £273 compared to just £75 for a bike, while walking costs next to nothing.
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An average household in the UK spends one in every six pounds on travel – think how much you'll save if you walk the shorter journeys!