Knowledge: walking
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- JustWalk.com
http://www.justwalk.com/ - Membership site providing information and resources for tracking fitness progress and other goals.
- Walkablock Club of America
http://www.walkablock.com/ - A national walking club on the Internet. Allows the user to find a walking partner in their city.
- Walking Connection
http://www.walkingconnection.com/ - Leads multi-active adventures to some of the most exciting destinations in the world.
- International Volkssport Federation
http://www.ivv.org/ - Official Volkssport site. Description of its purpose, lists walking clubs and their contact information, events worldwide and membership information.
- First Verified Walk Around the World
http://home.earthlink.net/~earthwalker1/ - Documents the Kunst brothers' global walk. Photos, anecdotes and memorabilia.
- The Walk Zone
http://www.thewalkzone.co.uk/ - 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 Over the Hill Gang
http://www.theoverthehillgang.net/ - Volkssport club focused on walking in historic areas of Washington and Oregon.
- Metro Toronto Fitness Club Powerwalking
http://www.powerwalking.com/ - Training tips and event listing for competitive fitness walkers. Also club information and links.
- Danata's Walking Club Ideas
http://angelfire.com/me2/danata/ - Personal website with tips on exercise, gear, general fitness pointers and stress relief.
- About Walking
http://walking.about.com/ - Guide to walking for fitness, recreation, and competitive racewalking. Provides articles, a link library, chat, bulletin board, and newsletter.
- Steven Newman, the Worldwalker
http://www.theworldwalker.com/ - The official site with biography, resources, forums, and contacts.
- Walking - The Alexander Technique
http://alexandertechnique.com/articles/walking - Ways in which this century-old method can help improve the quality of walking.
- The Walking Site - A Resource for Walkers
http://www.thewalkingsite.com/ - 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.
- The Spirit of Walking
http://www.ava.org - Directs viewers to events sponsored by the American Volkssport Association. Links include a tutorial, FAQ, definitions, walking clubs, youth programs, articles and membership information.
- Walking on Skopelos
http://www.skopelos-walks.com/ - 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 at Active.com
http://www.active.com/walking/ - 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.
- Warawick University Mountain Walking Club
http://www.warwickmountains.co.uk - 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.
- Walking - the Best Exercise
http://www.aboutwalking.50megs.com/ - Expounds the virtues of walking, listing the benefits and linking to sites that go deeper into the various benefits.
- Walking Vacations
http://www.walkingvacations.com - A guide to European walking vacations, including tour dates, prices and detailed itineraries.
- eGroups: Walklist
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/walklist/ - Dedicated to walking for fitness, sport, and fun. Walking clubs and events are featured. The members share their experience of walking.
- Plantar Fasciitis is a Common Cause of Heel Pain
http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/987116429.html - 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.
- Western New York Hiking and Walking
http://www.wnyhikes.com/ - Descriptions and photos of about 30 hiking and walking spots in Western New York. Most are in Erie County.
- Let's Strollercise
http://www3.telus.net/Lets_Strollercise/ - Strollercising is a way for moms and dads to get into shape. Information, tips, medical corner, food, users' questions.
- Adventure Walking and Travel Tips
http://www.blessitt.com/adventure/index.html - Guinness Book of Records record holder Arthur Blessitt give tips about walking and travel.
- WoW Company - Walk on Water
http://www.wowcompany.net - 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
- Health Walkers Inc.
http://www.healthwalkers.com - Offers online statistical tracking of fitness activities and goal progress for clubs and individuals. Also provides events to help set and achieve personal goals.
- Walking Holidays in England and Spain
http://www.thelifeofriley.eu.com/ - Offers walking holidays in Calderdale, England, and Spanish hiking holidays. Areas covered, reservations, contacts, and links.
- Walking France
http://www.walkingfrance.com/ - Offers walking tours in France. Tours, Paris passes and hotels, links, profile, and contacts.
- Walking with The Wayfarers
http://www.walking-with-the-wayfarers.com/ - Offering a range of walks in the USA, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Newsletter, yearly schedule and catalogue.
- Smart Walks: 12 Week Fitness Programs
http://www.smart-walks.com - Walking program with goals to improve mental and physical fitness and health. Program description and contact information.
- Walking with Weights
http://justjohn.4t.com/walkingwithweights.htm - Guide to learning how to use weights in conjunction with walking. Exercises for various muscle groups and lessons for the beginner.
- Walking Healthy.com
http://www.walkinghealthy.com - Information on walking for the non-competitive athlete, includes tips on technique, shoe selection, warming up and cooling down.
- Marathon Walking
http://www.marathonwalking.com - Information and tips on walking marathons. Includes training schedules, marathon calendar, and testimonials.
- Wicklow Way Trail
http://www.wicklowway.com - 132km self-guided walking trail in Ireland. Website includes section by section trail descriptions, maps and accommodation listings.
- Walk 4 Life
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/walk_4_life/ - Yahoo! walking group. Includes forum, photographs, journals, tips and links.
- Walk About Magazine
http://www.walkaboutmag.com - Magazine covering various styles and purposes for walking, fitness, training, weight loss, nutrition. Highlights from current and past issues.
- Outdoor Pursuits - Walking For Health Benefits
http://www.ramblers.org.uk/info/everyone/health.html - Basic information on the benefits of walking for health, state of mind and longevity. Features suggestions for walking in Great Britain.
- Everybody's Walking - Index
http://sky.prohosting.com/barge/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi - Members only forum for walkers and ramblers.
- eMedicine Health - Walking for Fitness
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/25907-1.asp - Consumer health resource center providing information on the health benefits of walking. Tips on walking routines, exercises, shoes and other equipment.
- My Walks
http://www.mywalks.com - Online training log for members.
- Wurzel Country
http://www.geocities.com/vilewalks/nigel.html - A site about Nigel Vile's walking and cycling books.
- The Walker's Warehouse: Resources
http://www.walkerswarehouse.com/walkers_resources/ - Includes basic tips, FAQs, printable log, event finder, and related links.
- Bangor University Mountain Walking Club
http://www.umwc.org.uk - Includes news, blog, photos, calendar, kit list, rules, and related links for this club based at the University of Wales.
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