Beginner Training Tips

There are many different ways to train our bodies for long distances. Most people start with between 2 - 3miles a week or 6 - 8 miles if doing the longer distances.  This means that you have already been walking a distance and are capable of walking further as the week’s progress.

If you are a beginner walker you will need to do less mileage until you have built up your base. The longer you have to build this base the better. Your muscles, bones and joints need sufficient time to adapt to walking prior to the stress of adding mileage.

A good training program usually consists of 3- 4 days of walking each week.  Regardless of the schedule it should provide variety and a gradual increase in mileage.