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5 tips for getting walking into your day (even when you're not in the mood)

Ever had one of those days when you had a long walk planned, but you just couldn't coax yourself out of the door? Maybe the weather refused to co-operate, maybe your enthusiasm ran away, maybe were just too tired that day. Here are my 5 top ways to get walking... More
Posted by Tanja Gardner on November 18, 2011 at 03:51 PM

Do walkers need sports bras?

A couple of weeks ago, we talked about walking shoes. Now it’s time to broach a slightly more delicate topic: how much support do you need when you walk?... More
Posted by Tanja Gardner on November 15, 2011 at 11:55 AM

What do you do when you're sick?

This week I’ve been sick, so I haven’t been walking much. You know that godawful lurghy that’s been going around? Yeah, it got me. Hard. I’d actually been holding it off for couple of weeks. I’d felt it lurking there in the background, but a combination of sensible exercise, eating... More
Posted by Tanja Gardner on October 26, 2011 at 10:41 AM

The Ettiquette of Race Walking

Top 3 tips for being a considerate walker at races

Several Wonder Walkers have discussed walking races over on the forums. And where there's an organised race (regardless of the distance), there are usually race etiquette guidelines... More
Posted on October 13, 2011 at 07:25 AM

Wondering about walking shoes?

Every now and then, someone asks about walking shoes. Will just any old shoe do, or do you need a special pair for walking? How much should they cost? What’s the best brand?... More
Posted on September 28, 2011 at 04:53 PM

Sometimes motivation isn’t enough

Last week, I mentioned my misty morning motivation. Unfortunately that’s often not enough, and sometimes I need to look further afield. Luckily, I have a few techniques to choose from... More
Posted on September 21, 2011 at 02:19 PM

Guest blog no. two from Tanja

Hi there Wonder Walkers! In a comment on my last post, one reader, Arda, said her motivation was the amazing endorphins she feels when she goes out for her daily walks. And yes, I absolutely know what she means... More
Posted on September 14, 2011 at 10:14 AM

Guest blog from wonderwalker Tanja

Hi there, Wonder Walkers, and welcome to my first guest blog post EVER! If you post on the WW forums, you’ll know me there as Starfire. If you don’t, I’ve been a Wonder Walkers member since... wow… 2009... More
Posted on September 07, 2011 at 02:44 PM

Our four legged friends.

If i didn't have a dog my walking hours would be a lot less.Rain or shine they desperately wait for their daily fix. There is nothing more cathartic than walking on a beautiful sunny day with your dog,who is always so grateful to be out and about in the fresh... More
Posted on August 09, 2011 at 12:49 PM

Time to Budge.

I have a had a lazy few months.It wasn't my intention but after suffering a niggly and painful achilles problem that required rest..I did just that but probably for a couple more months than was needed... More
Posted on July 05, 2011 at 12:12 PM

The People You Meet.

it never ceases to amaze me the people you meet each day whilst walking. I vary my walking routes depending on time,weather and more often than not the dog... More
Posted on June 09, 2011 at 11:23 AM

WINTER WALKING

Well-Winter is not too many sleeps away.....Winter is the time of year that will challenge us most in the regular physical activity area so we must find ways to beat the urge to become ‘bear’ like and hibernate away until Spring! If we can start or maintain a regular walking... More
Posted by Paula on May 23, 2011 at 01:04 PM

The Royal Wedding

Absolutely nothing to do with walking but I must admit I am really looking forward to watching the wedding of the century on the box tonight... More
Posted on April 29, 2011 at 12:33 PM

Beating the BLUK

Are you feeling BLUK? Thats Wonder Walkers code for Bloated,Lethargic (nice way of saying lazy) unhappy and Kranky...well then you need to go for a walk...a walk a day for 30 minutes or more will help to beat the BLUK! And that comes direct from the Wonder Walkers Research department... More
Posted by Paula on April 16, 2011 at 05:22 PM

The World at the Moment

There have been some terrible tragedies in the last few weeks or even months. The first earthquake in Chirstchurch in September followed by the Pike River Mine accident, the latest earthquake in Christchurch and now the massive devastation in Japan... More
Posted on March 17, 2011 at 01:28 PM

The Real Joy of Walking.

I have just had the pleasure, courtesy of Bothfeet Walking Tours and Tourism Victoria of walking the Great Ocean Walk near Melbourne. We all have busy lives but the last few weeks seemed busier than usual so I was in a bit of a flap getting organised to go away... More
Posted on September 22, 2010 at 12:20 PM

Need a kick up the b......

I suppose only the regulars have noticed the silence from the partners in crime at Wonder Walkers headquarters.!... More
Posted on August 25, 2010 at 11:30 AM

Excuses Excuses and Apologies!

Well it is June already and we are wondering where the time has gone. We started the May newsletter and never finished it, a bit like all the walks I have thought about but never got round to... More
Posted on May 31, 2010 at 12:45 PM

Reasons to Walk

Reasons to Walk When I was in Australia recently I picked up this great mag "Prevention Australia" not a sexy title but some really good info on walking and these are the comments from the magazines contributors... More
Posted on April 21, 2010 at 12:14 PM

Simple Tips to Keep You Going !

These simple steps will help keep your metabolism running hot, your motivation running high, and your eating habits on track. State the positive. Thoughts are self-fulfilling prophecies. Tell yourself "I can lose weight." "I will get out for my walk today." "I can resist the jet planes and chocolate"... More
Posted on November 30, 2009 at 03:37 PM

Don't lose your sense of humour !

There are many big questions in life-one of them is. What are the good things about getting older if you're a woman?... More
Posted by Paula on October 29, 2009 at 12:47 PM

Calling all Walkers

Ladies this is an impassioned plea for help !... More
Posted on October 14, 2009 at 09:40 AM

Finding a Buddy

Many moons ago when Paula (the other WonderWalker) and I conceived this idea about a one stop shop for women and walking our primary goal was to provide information and support to encourage women to enjoy being active... More
Posted on September 22, 2009 at 09:06 AM

The Walking Office

The Walking Office- Because I walk every day I often take my office with me. It consists of a mobile; a big black felt pen and a notepad small enough to fit in my pocket... More
Posted on July 17, 2009 at 11:00 PM

Exercise improves your sex life !!!!

It's a no brainer that any form pf physical activity improves your health and well being but I am still getting my head around the evidence that it improves your sex life... More
Posted on March 26, 2009 at 11:07 AM

Protect, Detect and Love Your Skin

Two years ago I took the brave plunge and learnt to swim. I don’t know what was more terrifying, the thought of not being able to touch the bottom of the pool or the sight of my bottom in my antique swimsuit... More
Posted on February 09, 2009 at 02:19 PM

Set a BHAG Goal

I have recently read "Fighting Globesity" by Phillip Mills of Les Mills fame.They talk about BHAG goals..which translates to Big Hairy Audacious Goals and with that in mind and the possibilty that many of you will be pondering your New Year's resolutions,here is one you might like to consider... More
Posted by Susan on December 19, 2008 at 12:11 AM

Walk... It's Free !

Do something that’s FREE-WALK!... More
Posted by Paula on November 13, 2008 at 09:58 AM