Wellness
Can Walking Help You Lose Weight?
Yes, walking burns calories. Simples. I am certainly no expert when it comes to weight loss, but I have witnessed many of our walking club members lose weight over the years and walking has helped with the process. Physical activity, such as walking, is important for weight control because it helps you burn calories. If you…
Read MoreWe All Need A Purpose In Life
We all need a purpose in life. Feeling loved, needed and useful to other people is a huge part of what makes us human. When that pot runs dry, you can easily sink into a lull (or funk, as the American’s call it). Twice a year I work through my life plan and set my…
Read MoreFIVE THINGS I DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT THE SUNRISE AND SUNSET
One of the things I love to do is watch a good sunset and sunrise. We have seen some amazing sunrises over the last month, and the Sunrise Challenge Walk Group has been flooded with some fantastic photos. Anyway, I realised, that I didn’t know too much about sunrises so I decided to look up…
Read MoreWhy Is Meditation So Hard?
I have read that learning to meditate is one of those skills that can enhance your life, bring you peace within your body and mind, help you sleep better and help you process your problems. I have tried to master the skill of meditation on numerous occasions, and I have always reached about 30 days…
Read MoreWhat does hiking mean to me?
In my opinion, hiking and backpacking is not a sport (unless you are entering a walking competition such as Race to the Kings). If you are comparing your pace or endurance against others then I personally feel that you are missing the point. For me, walking gives me the opportunity to discover things in the…
Read MoreThe Real Reason Why Habits Matter
Habits have always been an interest of mine. I never really understood why we do the things that we do, either good habits or bad habits. I am a big believer that habits are what forms your identity. If you have good eating habits and exercise daily then your identity becomes that of a healthy…
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