Walks for Health

Bromsgrove - Walks For Health

Doctors recommend that we all take 30 minutes of moderate exercise on at least five occasions per week in order to keep fit and healthy. A 'brisk walk' means walking fast enough for your breathing to be deeper than normal, but so that you can still "walk and talk". You will feel nicely warmed up, but not hot and sweaty!!

Not enough time to get regular exercise...? Walking fits the bill perfectly, whether you walk to the shops, to your place of work or to your school. Alternatively, let the dog take you for a walk every day! Failing this, you can always join in on walks organised by Bromsgrove Council or undertake one of our pre-planned walks which have been tried and tested by District walkers.

The Council's Walking to Health initiative involves supporting local people to lead various walks within the Bromsgrove District with a view to encouraging people - especially those who have suffered heart or stroke problems - to live a healthier lifestyle.

If you are fit and healthy, you will be able to enjoy a more fulfilling lifestyle. You will also find that as your fitness improves, your energy levels also begin to increase. Any type of moderate exercise can help to increase your energy levels as when you exercise your body releases endorphins. Walking is the ideal form of exercise, whatever your age. Join one of our led walks and get out into the fresh air. Meet new people. Find a new you!

The local walks, led by trained volunteer walk leaders, range from half to three miles in length, and there is no charge for taking part in any of the walks.

Walking in and around the District of Bromsgrove

• It's fun!
  Join a local walk and explore your area. Get out into the fresh air and meet new people.
• It's healthy!
  Regular brisk walking can help reduce the risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, improve blood cholesterol levels and help control diabetes.
• It keeps you fit!
  Walking is the ideal form of exercise. Regular walking helps keep bones and joints healthy. A brisk walk can help you lose weight.
• Join in...
  Join us on a walk led by trained volunteer walk leaders. The walks range from half to three miles in length and are ideal for beginners of all ages. There is no charge for participating in any of the walks.
• Join us...
  Become a volunteer walk leader. Full training and support is provided. If you have an hour spare each month... join in

If you have any concerns about your health and/or levels of fitness, the Council would advise that you consult your medical practitioner immediately and in case of emergency call 999 or NHS Direct on 0845 4647.

Walking The Healthy Habit

Supported by funding from:
Bromsgrove and Redditch Primary Care Trust
Bromsgrove Culture and Community Services
British Heart Foundation
Kia Cars
The Countryside Agency
New Opportunities Fund

Bromsgrove Walking Partnership
The new partnership is made up of:-
Bromsgrove and Redditch Primary Care Trust
Age Concern
The Countryside Agency
Bromsgrove Ramblers Association