Walking for fitness

In recent years, walking for fitness has become trendy, sexy even. More and more people are now walking for fitness, and the marketing men have finally caught up to what has largely been a grass roots movement.

The beauty of walking for fitness is that it is so democratic. You can do it in the city or in the country, alone or with company, if you're young or old, male or female.

In fact, all you need is a comfortable pair of shoes and you're ready to get started. If you want to learn a little more, however, then check out the great range of books ready to help you put together an effective program.

The titles give a big hint to what you might expect to find inside:

• Walking for Weight-loss
• Walk Away the Pounds: The Breakthrough 6-Week Program That Helps You Burn Fat, Tone Muscle, and Feel Great Without Dieting
• Running and Walking for Women Over 40: The Road to Sanity and Vanity
• Walk with Ease: Your Guide to Walking for Better Health, Improved Fitness and Less Pain
• Step It Out: The Walking and Weight-Loss Workout for Health, Fitness and Vitality