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Walking may prevent cancers

rachel.jenkins — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:18:46 +0000

We all know the amazing benefits that walking can have for your health but the BBC today reported that brisk walking could prevent cancer.

In a recent report experts from the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) have claimed that about 10,000 cases of breast and bowel cancer could be prevented each year in the UK if people did more brisk walking. For example, data suggest 45 minutes a day of moderate exercise could prevent about 5,500 cases of breast cancer.

Scientists at WCRF claim that “it is the total time spent being active that is important. You do not need to set aside half an hour each day to exercise. Shorter bouts of activity will be just as beneficial as long as they add up to the same”.

The other health benefits of walking are numerous, with regular walking being proven to improve fitness, combat obesity (a known cancer risk factor) and aid weight loss. On top of the health benefits walking is free and a simple way to fit in every exercise.

Their head of science, Dr Rachel Thompson, said by making small changes to their daily routine people could achieve significant health gains.

“There is now very strong evidence that being physically active is important for cancer prevention.”

“Even relatively modest increases in activity levels could prevent thousands of cancer cases in the UK every year.”

“These figures also show you do not have to go to the gym every day to benefit.”

ARTSFEST 2010

sparvaz — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:06:31 +0000

Get Walking Birmingham will be distributing FREE Step Counters and Walk Information Packs to everyone expressing an interest from Saturday 11th September to Sunday 12th september 12pm-6pm. We will also be hosting a Taster Walk in the City Centre, exploring the history and migration of Birmingham and its inhabitants on Sunday 12th September 3pm.

Come and visit us at our Stall (6A & 6B) for further information and to register you interest.

Walking programme starting from Crystal Peaks Shopping Centre

ruth.thomas — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:32:41 +0000

If you are new to walking and want to start off really slowly why not join us at Crystal Peaks shopping Centre starting Monday 27th September 9am meeting at O’Briens Cafe. Start the week with a walk inside the shopping centre, and then subsequent weeks exploring the surrounding area. Did you know that it has its own Nature Reserve, or that there are 2 beehives on the top of the centre with 50,000 resident bees? FREE step counter and hot drink for all.
The group will meet at 9am on Monday 27th September and Monday 4th, 11th and 18th of October

Beaumont Square Gardens

route.editor — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:14:01 +0000

This is an enjoyable walk of around an hour through Beaumont Square Gardens. This walk is largely along residential roads, heads south from the Mile End Road, passing through the historic Stepney Green Conservation Area, to arrive at the attractive Beaumont Square. On the return we pass through more modern housing, to the north of the Mile End Road. This route passes Trinity Green Almshouses and at Tower Hamlets Mission and The Mile End Waste.

Bethnal Green

route.editor — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:07:29 +0000

This is a lovely walk of just under an hour through Bethnal Green. It passes through open green spaces, residential and main roads, visits two parks at Bethnal Green and on route two further parks and a hidden cemetery. This walk can be extended to include a woodland walk. This walk also passes a playground and the Museum of Childhood and its gardens for those wishing to take a break.

Historic Whitechapel

route.editor — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:02:37 +0000

Information SheetThis is a pleasant walk of under an hour through Whitechapel. This walk will introduce you to some of the rich and diverse history and culture of the area. This walk takes you along the wide south-side pavements of the bustling Whitechapel Road to Altab Ali Park. The return is through back streets, associated with Jack the Ripper, and a further park. See the separate information sheet gives further detail.

Come rain or … rain!

mlacey — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 10:31:47 +0000

August is here and surprisingly there isn’t a lot of sun shining across Manchester.

Don’t let something like this get you down! Come out and enjoy a nice walk with Jen, Netty and the rest of the GWKW Manchester Crew. Our fantastic group of volunteers will transform that dull day into a bright happy one!

Contact 0161 232 3101 for information on local walks near you, or view them on here under “Local Programmes”.

Mag’s Crumble!

mlacey — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:43:38 +0000

Netty, Mags and Chris have been Walking in New Moston with the Northfield Rd Day Centre for adults with Learning Disabilities. Last week we collected Blackberries as we walked along. Mags took them home and came back this week with a Home made Blackberry Crumble !!! Chris brought the cream and Netty ate loads!
It was delicious!! Thanks Mags!!

Walk 17 August 2010

admin — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:02:42 +0000

Stave Hill and Russia Dock Woodland

route.editor — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:46:25 +0000

This is a scenic walk of just over an hour through the Rotherhithe area passing Stave Hill and the Russia Dock Woodland. This walk illustrates how the former Surrey Commercial Docks has been transformed by newly created woodland and park, housing developments and the use of existing docks and waterfronts. The Surrey Commercial Docks operated in one form or another from 1696 to 1969. This walk also passes the Surrey Quays Shopping centre and the Canada Dock which is now known as Canada Water and has a shopping mall, cinema complex and a bus station. Stave Hill is an artificial mound which offers attractive views of London and canary wharf.