Book Description
A 52-Week Plan for increased energy, reduced stress, improved mood, permanent weight loss, and a longer, healthier life from the experts at Walking Magazine.



From the Author
If any walkers are interested in contacting me directly, I can be reached via email. I look forward to hearing from you. Mark Fenton askwalk@walkingmag.com


From the Back Cover
Much more than a "how-to" exercise book, The Complete Guide to Walking is an interactive handbook that can make the difference for millions of Americans who struggle with weight loss, health and dietary concerns, stress, and chronic fatigue. Here, Mark Fenton, the nation''s foremost expert on walking, offers dozens of realistic solution to help readers overcome their individual barriers to regular daily activity. As editor at Walking magazine and coach of beginners and world-class athletes alike, Fenton promises to transform readers of all ages from couch potato to athlete in less than one year with this responsible, motivational, and enjoyable prescription to a healthier life. (7 X 10, 280 pages, color photos, charts)



About the Author
MARK FENTON is an editor at Walking Magazine. A widely recognized authority on walking, he has made numerous appearances on Today and Good Morning America, and is currently filming a series with PBS on walking. He lives in Boston, Massachusetts. Walking Magazine, the magazine of smart health and fitness, is America’s leading healthy lifestyle magazine. It is owned by Reader’s Digest.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Much more than a "how-to" exercise book, The Complete Guide to Walking is an interactive handbook that can make the difference for millions of Americans who struggle with weight loss, health and dietary concerns, stress, and chronic fatigue. Here, Mark Fenton, the nation's foremost expert on walking, offers dozens of realistic solution to help readers overcome their individual barriers to regular daily activity. As editor at Walking magazine and coach of beginners and world-class athletes alike, Fenton promises to transform readers of all ages from couch potato to athlete in less than one year with this responsible, motivational, and enjoyable prescription to a healthier life.

SYNOPSIS

Here is a unique, proven 52-week plan to increase energy, reduced stress, improved mood, lose weight, and live a longer, happier life.

The Surgeon General recommends an average of 30 minutes of movement per day to assure greater health and longer life. Most health and fitness experts agree, the best and simplest way to achieve this is through a brisk, daily walk. The Complete Guide To Walking is an informative, inspiring, and practical handbook to receiving all the benefits of walking. It provides fundamental information as well as dozens of solutions to help readers overcome their own barriers to regular daily activity, including:

A 52-week program (including distances, times, and more) Tricks and tips to help you get out the door Success stories of real people Inspiring full-color photographs throughout Guidelines on selecting footwear, clothing, and other gear Hints for time management How to use a walking log How to create a personalized program Stretching and strength training for the walker