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How to start a walking group
Get organized
Once you've recruited members for your walking group, hold a kickoff meeting. Collect e-mail addresses, phone numbers and other contact details. Then discuss:
- How often to walk
- When and where to meet
- Whether to walk indoors or outdoors
- What to do in case of bad weather
- The route to take
- The speed to walk
- The distance to cover
If you have a large group with various fitness goals, consider breaking into smaller walking groups based on fitness level, fitness goals, availability or other factors.
Maintain momentum
Once your group's walking routine is established, look for ways to enhance motivation. You might choose a name for your walking group, design a group logo, enter charity walking events as a group, or set regular goals to increase walking time or intensity.
The camaraderie you experience in a walking group — and the shared fitness success — can help you walk your way to better health.
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