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About Walking
Guide to walking for fitness, recreation, and competitive racewalking. Provides articles, a link library, chat, bulletin board, and newsletter.
http://walking.about.com/
Adventure Walking and Travel Tips
Guinness Book of Records record holder Arthur Blessitt give tips about walking and travel.
http://www.blessitt.com/adventure/index.html
Bangor University Mountain Walking Club
Includes news, weblog, photos, calendar, kit list, rules, and related links for this club based at the University of Wales.
http://www.umwc.org.uk
Beads Lant
Personal homepage with weblog about walking in Nassau County, New York, USA.
http://www.beadsland.com/
eGroups: Walklist
Dedicated to walking for fitness, sport, and fun. Walking clubs and events are featured. The members share their experience of walking.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/walklist/
eMedicine Health - Walking for Fitness
Consumer health resource center providing information on the health benefits of walking. Tips on walking routines, exercises, shoes and other equipment.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/25907-1.asp
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.
http://www.healthwalkers.com
International Volkssport Federation
Official Volkssport site. Description of its purpose, lists walking clubs and their contact information, events worldwide and membership information.
http://www.ivv.org/
JustWalk.com
Membership site providing information and resources for tracking fitness progress and other goals.
http://www.justwalk.com/
Marathon Walking
Information and tips on walking marathons. Includes training schedules, marathon calendar, and testimonials.
http://www.marathonwalking.com
Metro Toronto Fitness Club Powerwalking
Training tips and event listing for competitive fitness walkers. Also club information and links.
http://www.powerwalking.com/
My Walks
Online training log for members.
http://www.mywalks.com
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.
http://www.ramblers.org.uk/info/everyone/health.html
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. (April 12, 2001)
http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/987116429.html
Smart Walks: 12 Week Fitness Programs
Walking program with goals to improve mental and physical fitness and health. Program description and contact information.
http://www.smart-walks.com
Steven Newman, the Worldwalker
The official site with biography, resources, forums, and contacts.
http://www.theworldwalker.com/
The Over the Hill Gang
Volkssport club focused on walking in historic areas of Washington and Oregon.
http://www.theoverthehillgang.net/
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.
http://www.ava.org
The Walk Zone
Includes 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.
http://www.thewalkzone.co.uk/
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.
http://www.thewalkingsite.com/
Walk 4 Life
Yahoo! walking group. Includes forum, photographs, journals, tips and links.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/walk_4_life/
Walk About Magazine
Magazine covering various styles and purposes for walking, fitness, training, weight loss, nutrition. Highlights from current and past issues.
http://www.walkaboutmag.com
Walkablock Club of America
A national walking club on the Internet. Allows the user to find a walking partner in their city.
http://www.walkablock.com/
Walking - The Alexander Technique
Ways in which this century-old method can help improve the quality of walking.
http://alexandertechnique.com/articles/walking
Walking - the Best Exercise
Expounds the virtues of walking, listing the benefits and linking to sites that go deeper into the various benefits.
http://www.aboutwalking.50megs.com/
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.
http://www.active.com/walking/
Walking Connection
Leads multi-active adventures to some of the most exciting destinations in the world.
http://www.walkingconnection.com/
Walking France
Offers walking tours in France. Tours, Paris passes and hotels, links, profile, and contacts.
http://www.walkingfrance.com/
Walking Healthy.com
Information on walking for the non-competitive athlete, includes tips on technique, shoe selection, warming up and cooling down.
http://www.walkinghealthy.com
Walking Holidays in England and Spain
Offers walking holidays in Calderdale, England, and Spanish hiking holidays. Areas covered, reservations, contacts, and links.
http://www.thelifeofriley.eu.com/
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.
http://www.skopelos-walks.com/
Walking Vacations
A guide to European walking vacations, including tour dates, prices and detailed itineraries.
http://www.walkingvacations.com
Walking with The Wayfarers
Offering a range of walks in the USA, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Newsletter, yearly schedule and catalogue.
http://www.walking-with-the-wayfarers.com/
Walking with Weights
Guide to learning how to use weights in conjunction with walking. Exercises for various muscle groups and lessons for the beginner.
http://justjohn.4t.com/walkingwithweights.htm
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.
http://www.warwickmountains.co.uk
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.
http://www.wnyhikes.com/
Wicklow Way Trail
132km self-guided walking trail in Ireland. Website includes section by section trail descriptions, maps and accommodation listings.
http://www.wicklowway.com


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