Walk this way

Walking is free and one of the easiest ways for most people to stay active and healthy.

  • Just 30 minutes of walking every day can increase heart and lung fitness, reducing the risk of chronic and cardio-vascular disease
  • Walking is low impact so can strengthen joints and improve muscles without risking injury
  • it’s an opportunity to explore new places in your local area as well as catch up with friends and family
  • Evidence suggests that being out in nature boosts mental health and wellbeing helping with depression and anxiety for example.

Walks in Essex

Take a look at our walking videos to help you get motivated to walk more!



Walking is free and one of the easiest ways for most people to stay active and healthy.

  • Just 30 minutes of walking every day can increase heart and lung fitness, reducing the risk of chronic and cardio-vascular disease
  • Walking is low impact so can strengthen joints and improve muscles without risking injury
  • it’s an opportunity to explore new places in your local area as well as catch up with friends and family
  • Evidence suggests that being out in nature boosts mental health and wellbeing helping with depression and anxiety for example.

Walks in Essex

Take a look at our walking videos to help you get motivated to walk more!



Page last updated: 27 Feb 2025, 04:20 PM