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Walking is a wonderful way to be active. With a little creativity and planning, even people with busy schedules can find ways to incorporate walking into their routine.
Here are some tips for incorporating walking into your daily life:
- Park the car farther away from your destination
- When shopping, take a couple of extra trips around the store
- If you take public transportation, get off a couple stops early
- Take the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator
- Keep a pair of comfortable walking or running shoes in your car and office. You will be ready for activity wherever you go.
- At work, use a restroom that is further away or on a different floor instead of the one that is closest to you.
- At work, hold walking meetings whenever possible. Do laps inside your building or, if the weather cooperates, take your walking meetings outdoors.
Walking Safety
Download a walking safety information sheet in PDF format
Before you lace up your sneakers, here are some important safety tips you will want to keep in mind:
- Walk on sidewalks Always walk on the sidewalk if there is one available. If there are no sidewalks and you have to walk on the road, always walk facing traffic.
- Dress to be seen Wear bright colors or reflective clothing so drivers have an easier time seeing you.
- Cross at marked crosswalks or intersections Stop and look left, then right, then left again before you step into the street. Always obey traffic signals.
- Be alert for turning vehicles Drivers are often busy checking traffic when turning which decreases their chances of seeing pedestrians.
- Vary your route Don't walk the same route at the same time every day. Not only is it safer, it's also a lot more interesting.
- Find a walking buddy There is safety in numbers. If you go out without a companion, tell someone which route you will be taking and what time you expect to return.
- Carry an ID Always carry some form of identification in case of an accident or emergency.
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