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- Health > Fitness
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- 10K Walk the Texas Motor Speedway
Information on 10K Walk at Texas Motor Speedway. Walk is open to the public.
- 7th Annual
Yearly IVV-IML walking festival in April in Vancouver, Washington. Features walking marathons, half-marathons, 10 KM and 5 KM walks.
- About Walking
Guide to walking for fitness, recreation, and competitive racewalking. Provides articles, a link library, chat, bulletin board, and newsletter.
- ActiveKarma: Walking, Jogging, and Running
Comprehensive information and articles, profiles, nutrition, experts' answers, facilities and coaches, teams and clubs, forum, and chat.
- Adventure Walking and Travel Tips
Guinness Book of Records record holder Arthur Blessitt give tips about walking and travel.
- Avon 3-Day Walkie Talkies
Atlanta based walking team training for the 60 mile Avon 3 day walk to raise funds for breast cancer causes. Directions, training schedule, links, team roster, news, events, and message board.
- Bath Rambling Club
Gives locations, times, and walk grades for Sunday and midweek walks for this group from England.
- Bibbulmun Track Walking Trail
Walking and enjoying a 964 kilometer long walking track in Western Australia. Photos and descriptions of camp sites.
- Cancer Research UK 3 Peaks Challenge 2003
The challenge is simple enough; ascend to the highest points in England, Scotland and Wales, that's Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon, in no more than 48hours. 500 miles of driving, 26 miles of walking, 3 'hills' and one weekend. Profile, photographs, general information, fund raising events, and contacts.
- Challenge Publications
Brian Smailes is the author of numerous books that describe different walks around the UK. Summaries of each of his books are listed here.
- Chasetrek - Annual Youth Challenge
Open to teams of 3, the event is staged on Cannock Chase, England over about 26 miles and two days. At various points on the route the teams will be tested by an incident. The site also contains a map and compass tutorial.
- Colorado River Walkers
Walking club that holds walks in and around scenic Austin, Texas. Member of the American Volkssport Association and Texas Volkssport Association. Official homepage with Links and club information.
- Connemara Walking Trail
A unique opportunity to walk on the beautiful aereas of Connemara. Presents a weekly program and prices.
- CTB Walking Club
Chisholm Trail Blazers, Waco, Texas. Presents volkssport events, pictures, information, and links.
- Danata's Walking Club Ideas
Will help you learn how to tone the body while walking.
- Daphnes Route
The diary and route of Daphne Samworths, who walked from Lands End to John O' Groats in 2002. Pictures and comments from along the way.
- eGroups: Walklist
Dedicated to walking for fitness, sport, and fun. Walking clubs and events are featured. The members share their experience of walking.
- First Verified Walk Around the World
True story about the first time a human being circled the land mass of the earth on foot.
- Health Walkers Inc.
Offers online statistical tracking of fitness activities and goal progress for clubs and individuals. Also provides events to help set and achieve personal goals.
- Hiker Rob
A personal hiking log and posting board with trails, profile, log, wallpapers, and contacts.
- Houston Happy Hikers
Information on club sponsored Volkswalking events in and around the Houston, TX area. Volkswalking news, events, photos, and links.
- Indianapolis Metropolitan American Heart Walk
Event information, heart healthy tips, walkers, companies, and contacts.
- International two-days walk of Flanders
Blankenberge international two-days walk of Flanders. Practical information, lodging, and links.
- International Volkssport Federation
IVV volkssport walking clubs and events worldwide.
- JustWalk.com
An online diary which allows to enter data from walking and running workouts.
- Kansas City American Heart Walk
The GKCAHW has the mission to reduce death and disability from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Offers news, event information, a walker guide, and online registration.
- Las Vegas High Rollers and Strollers
Provides information on year-round and one-day walking events for Las Vegas. Member of AVA and IVV.
- LCFS Walking Club
Dedicated to the members that make it fun and supportive. Walking promotes good health but also a sense of togetherness and competitiveness. Member profiles, Before and After pictures, walking log.
- Let's Strollercise
Strollercising is a way for moms and dads to get into shape. Information, tips, medical corner, food, users' questions. Offers stroller blankets and wheelchair blankets.
- Marathon 101
A journal documenting a training journey for competing in the Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon in Anchorage, Alaska with Team In Training.
- Maureen Clarke is Training for a Marathon
Maureen is training for a marathon in support of the American Stroke Association. Some information on stroke, training schedule, and progress, with links to online donation site and fundraising items.
- Metro Toronto Fitness Club Powerwalking
Training tips and event listing for competitive fitness walkers. Also club information and links.
- Nelson Aspen's Brains and Brawn Workout
Entertainment Reporter/fitness expert Nelson Aspen's hot new workout routine.
- North Shore Fitness Walkers
A club of Long Island walkers who meet at Sunken Meadow Beach Boardwalk to inspire, motivate and provide each other company during morning walks. No fees or obligations.
- Ottawa Rambling Club
Over 40 years hiking tradition in Ottawa Valley, Canada, Club offers year round outdoor activities. Information on activities and the Club.
- Outdoor Pursuits - Walking For Health Benefits
Basic information on the benefits of walking for health, state of mind and longevity. Features suggestions for walking in Great Britain.
- Pedestrian Friendly Alameda
Introduction to one city's walker-friendly projects. Includes information on safety and walking for health.
- Plantar Fasciitis is a Common Cause of Heel Pain
Plantar fasciitis is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thin layer of tough tissue supporting the arch of the foot. An article from Medical College Phycisians of Wisconsin.
- RacewalkingNYC
Walking in New York City. Information, link, races.
- Randolph Roadrunners
Walking club and part of the American Volksport Association, located in Universal City, TX. It is a non-profit, volunteer organization for walkers. Schedule of events, officers, membership application.
- Scottish Borders
For walking holidays and short breaks in Scotland?s border country. Information on accommodation, attractions, outdoor and indoor activities.
- Skopelos Island Walks and Hikes
Guided walking tours of Skopelos are organised and run by Heather. She also produces an island map and the Sotos Walking Guide.
- Southern Maine Volkssport Association
Provides information on year-round walks and one-day events for Maine and New England. Member of AVA and IVV.
- Steven Newman, the Worldwalker
The official site with biography, resources, forums, and contacts.
- Stonehut
Information about walking and being outdoors. From mountains to rambling this website is for walkers and features a magazine, members area, and online shop.
- The Dingle Way Companion
South-West Ireland, long distance walking guide with maps, social, historical, archaeological, folklore and other essential information. Includes contact and sales information.
- The Emerald City Wanderers
Non-profit organization for promoting Volkssport in Seattle. Features news, meetings, and schedule of events.
- The Great Walk
The Tahsis Lions Annual Great Walk; 63.5 kilometres (40 miles) of gravel logging road between Gold River and Tahsis on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. History, comments, rankings, videos, links.
- The Over the Hill Gang
Volkssport club focused on walking in historic areas of Washington and Oregon.
- The Pitfalls of High Heels
An Alexander Technique teacher explains the potential harm from wearing high heels.
- The Ramblers Coventry Group
Offers a range of country walks in the counties surrounding Coventry and in the Cotswolds.
- The Spirit of Walking
Directs viewers to events sponsored by the American Volkssport Association. Links include a tutorial, FAQ, definitions, walking clubs, youth programs, articles and membership information.
- The Walk Zone
Contains a collection of walks from various locations in the United Kingdom, plus some from travels to mountainous regions overseas. Includes description, photos and some maps.
- The Walking Site - A Resource for Walkers
How to start and maintain a fitness walking program, and where to find walking information. FAQ, clubs, links. Tips for beginners, racewalking, events, marathons, and walking gear.
- Three Peaks Mountain Charity Challenge Plus
An insight into Extreme Mountain Hiking in the UK taking in the Cairngorms and the highest peaks in the UK. Updated fortnightly.
- Total Fitness Network
Therese Iknoian walking expert and coach offers personal coaching, training tips, a product buying guide and expert advice on walking techniuqes.
- Walk in Virginia
The Virginia Volkssport Association is a Member of the American Volkssport Association. A volkssporting event is a non-competitive organized walk, bike, swim, or cross-country ski designed to appeal to everyone of all ages.
- Walk the Walk
A team of women and men that power walk marathons to raise money for Breakthrough Breast Cancer and the Bristol Cancer Help Centre. Includes information about events, charities, donations, and links.
- Walk Yourself Well
Sherry Brourman teaches a proven system for balancing the body and eliminating structural pain.
- Walkable Communities Inc.
A non-profit corporation, organized for to help communities become more walkable and pedestrian friendly.
- Walkablock Club of America
A national walking club on the Internet. Allows the user to find a walking partner in their city.
- Walker's Warehouse Fitness
Designed to provide the ability to log walks, chat with walkers, research walking events and travel, and purchase walking products.
- Walking - The Alexander Technique
Ways in which this century-old method can help improve the quality of walking.
- Walking - the Best Exercise
Expounds the virtues of walking, listing the benefits and linking to sites that go deeper into the various benefits.
- Walking 101
A resource for walkers of all shapes, sizes and styles. Articles on the benefits of walking, walking tips for seniors and kids, links to injury prevention, books on walking, walking music, and race walking.
- Walking and Fitness
The PCWalker's page is a source for walking information.
- Walking at Active.com
Walking races, events, and training for race walking and walking for fitness. Walkers can search and register online for events nationwide, as well as browse training tips and workouts.
- Walking at the iVillage Diet and Fitness channel.
Walking information with diet and nutrition tips and health related articles.
- Walking Channel.Com
Defines power walking, how to train, walking stories, marathon training, links to other walking topics, magazines and events.
- Walking Connection
Leads multi-active adventures to some of the most exciting destinations in the world.
- Walking France
Offers walking tours in France. Tours, Paris passes and hotels, links, profile, and contacts.
- Walking Holidays in England and Spain
Offers walking holidays in Calderdale, England, and Spanish hiking holidays. Areas covered, reservations, contacts, and links.
- Walking on Skopelos
Guided walking tours of Skopelos, a Greek island in the Northern Sporades are organised and run by Heather. She also produces an island map and the Sotos Walking Guide.
- Walking Vacations
A guide to European walking vacations, including tour dates, prices and detailed itineraries.
- Walking with The Wayfarers
Offering a range of walks in the USA, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Newsletter, yearly schedule and catalogue.
- Walkz.com
Walking information and guided UK walks. Easy rambles to mountain expeditions. Adventurous activities abseils caving climbing. Outdoor training courses.
- Warawick University Mountain Walking Club
Descriptions of a variety of walks in Wales, the Lake District (Britain), and Scotland. Includes photos and maps. You can sign up for walks and review previous trips.
- Wendy Helps Stop Stroke
Wendy walks to stop stroke with the American Stroke Association's (an American Heart Association division) "Train to End Stroke" Disney marathon team. Explore her personal stroke connection, training, and fundraising.
- Western New York Hiking and Walking
Descriptions and photos of about 30 hiking and walking spots in Western New York. Most are in Erie County.
- WoW Company - Walk on Water
Physical fitness creates an `anything is possible' attitude toward life and work that is the foundation for excellence. The site offers walking programs for individuals and groups
- Wurzel Country
A site about Nigel Vile's walking and cycling books.
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