 | Consult with your physician before beginning
any fitness program. |
| Wear a good pair of shoes (low heel,
laterally-supportive heel counter, good arch support, good cushioning,
flexible mid-sole, and wide toe box). |
| Begin increasing your workout by taking longer
and/or more frequent walks. |
| Increase speed by taking quicker steps (and
not by over-striding in front of the body). |
| Increase distance or speed no more than 5% a
week. |
| Vary workouts - mix long-slow walks with
short-fast walks: use more than one walking route. |
| Start each workout slowly; stretch after
warmed up AND after the workout - do not stretch "cold" muscles. |
