When to Walk
To a large extent your schedule will dictate when you can go walking. For instance, you may have to work your walking in around time when you are on the job or at school? You may also need to coordinate your walking routine with the time when you are running errands and fulfilling various commitments.
Trial and error will work for many, but for some when to walk choices are fairly obvious. Parents with children in school will choose a time when the kids are in class, while people without children in the home may opt for early morning or after work, or anytime if they are retired, not employed, or work out of their house. We all choose the times that are most convenient and comfortable for us.
When you decide to walk is a factor that can impact how successful you will be. You should develop an awareness of how the time of day you choose may affect your walking regimen. Are you a morning person? Do you rise promptly and happily or does your snooze button get more of a workout than you do? A person who hates mornings and decides to walk at the crack of dawn is probably not going to be a very successful walker.
Studies have shown that we are most likely to stick to an exercise when it is part of our daily lives. Walking lends itself to this concept in locales where it is possible to travel on foot to work, school, shopping, church, entertainment, etc. This enables us to incorporate walking into activities that we would be doing anyway. So your choice of where to live can also make a big difference in the long-term success of your walking program.
Often the weather will influence when you can walk or shouldn't be out in the elements. It may narrow your walking options considerably. In summer it is probably best to avoid the heat of the hours around noon. During winter months the mid-afternoon hours are the warmest, and therefore the preferable time of day to walk outside. On days when inclement weather is predicted for the evening, you might want to walk early in the day. A word about rain: one of the most enjoyable walks can be experienced on a warm spring day during a light rain.
There are other factors that will influence your decision of when, or where, to walk. Mall walking at 4:00 o'clock on Christmas Eve is probably a bad idea. So is walking in an unfamiliar area in the early morning or late at night. If you find it more enjoyable to walk with others, one thing that could impact the time you choose to walk is the availability of your walking partners. The key is to become aware of what works best for you, and to be as flexible as you can.
If you plan to walk outside or elsewhere, such as a mall or a fitness center, this can complicate matters, particularly during inclement or excessively hot weather. Walking on a treadmill in your home is the easiest way to get a little walking in whenever the opportunity arises. Of course that requires an investment. Manual treadmills are relatively inexpensive, but the cost of some motorized treadmills can be quite substantial if you want all the high-tech features that are available. Treadmills don't provide the exhilaration that walking in the open air does, but the exercise is just as good and they can be adjusted to give you workouts that you might not be able to get in nearby walking venues. And you can use them in conjunction with DVDs that guide you through simulated sessions with a personal trainer.
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This DVD consists of two compact, easy-to-follow, walking-style workouts. Each one features a distinct intensity pattern. "AM Walking" starts slowly and gradually adds more challenging movements (it's designed to "wake you up"). "PM Walking" is faster-paced; it emphasizes strength and stress reduction - perfect for more intense, later-in-the-day fat-burning. Anyone can do Debbie's super-basic moves - simple marches, lateral steps, lunges and heel taps. Her calm, knowledgeable cuing is exceptionally motivating. You'll feel like an elite athlete with your personal coach - she'll keep you mentally focused while explaining what to do and offering positive encouragement. Filmed in Hawaii, it feels like you're exercising in a tropical garden.
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Leslie Sansone: 5 Day Slim Down - A Mile Each Morning
Energize your day and super-charge your metabolism with this weight loss program DVD that has everything you need to walk off more weight. With Leslie as your personal coach, you can walk a mile each morning and never leave your home. Choose between five different invigorating one mile walks, or combine them together for all day fat burning that doesn't stop even when you do. As a bonus, join Leslie in the kitchen as she guides you through the five best breakfasts to fire-up your metabolism. Learn how to prepare foods the fast and easy way and energize your day - the healthy way! Now you have the Meals and the Miles ... the best way to start your day for weight loss.
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This book provides a cardio workout to fit every morning schedule. Exercising in the morning is the best way to exercise regularly, manage weight, and energize your day. Morning Cardio Workouts explains how to maximize the benefits of your morning exercise routine.
With a variety of workouts, you can customize a program that fits your needs and your schedule. Including outdoor walking and running and indoor activities such as stair stepping, elliptical training, and swimming, the various options allow you to diversify your routine, eliminate boredom, and remain dedicated to your fitness goals.
You'll learn how to combine activities for recovery, injury prevention, and cross-training. And nutrition advice shows you how to optimize morning eating and hydration to maximize energy upon waking. Tips to improve your fitness environment are also included to make workouts even more effective and enjoyable. With Morning Cardio Workouts, you will never tire of your morning routine again.
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