From the WALX & NWUK Community
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Attending an extra walk or two or working a bit harder by joining a higher intensity session will not only provide health and fitness benefits! Our unique smilage reward scheme provides unique points based on attendance and effort and we like to reward those who try new things, turn up on bleak days and improve
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This Autumn we have had gloomy skies which coupled with shorter days and the oncoming chill of winter can affect both mood and motivation. See below for our THREE tips for staying motivated and beating the winter blues. Tip one – WALK WITH OTHERS If you book into a walk or plan to meet somebody
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The latest in our series of WALX expert webinars will be on the 21st November at 7 pm Our Expert Jason Feavers – a former WALX academy Tutor and exercise referral specialist is a level 4 Cancer exercise Instructor who spent 6 years with Cancer research UK. His role there was working with healthcare professionals
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Taiwan is a forward thinking country with traditional values and friendly people. The stunning Island is full of beautiful landscapes and ecosystems as well as vibrant Cities like Taipei. When the team at WALX were first invited to showcase their unique poles and fitness programmes, we never dreamed it might lead to a launch of
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The WALX APP for Android users requires maintenance and unfortunately, Google Playstore has given us very little notice to do the work. As of the October 1st 2024, the APP may be temporarily removed from the Playstore, whilst work is being done to comply with new protocols. Users can login to the Website and we
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Head Torches are simple, effective and great way to keep walking in the dark. It’s always worth having a head torch packed in your bag, just in case. The brightness is measured in Lumens and the adoption of LED and lithium-ion batteries, they are much lighter and robust. For walking, ideally, you should be looking
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Two Bare Feet the outdoor company from Devon has become the latest partner to offer a discount to Members. The have a great range of Weatherproof Changing Robes to keep you cosy and warm after a walk or swim. They has also provided two Changing Robes worth £84.95 ea, as prizes for our October Smilage
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The Smilage Rewards programme provides the opportunity for members to be rewarded for their exercise. Each Walk, Activity or Class has an algorithm based on distance, intensity and elevation. The result is Smilage points that are earned on completion. WALX will work with different partners to provide special offers Our new partner Two Bare Feet
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Autumn is a time of stunning colours, crunchy leaves and wonderful low sunlight. For many, it is a favourite time to walk as the hedgerows flatten and fields are ploughed. Our groups host everything from sloe gin walks to autumn colour spectaculars as they enjoy the change in seasons and the photographs they share are
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The WALX HQ team have been busy spreading their message that whole body outdoor exercise led by professional instructors in relaxed social groups is the perfect recipe for health and wellbeing. Circa 150 motivated Italian Nordic Walking Instructors attended the annual SINW CAMP where they update their skills and learn new techniques. After a 20
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The 9th WALX festival in Dorset was a relaxed and friendly event with a range of new routes, expertly planned and led by the WALX Dorset group with help from other Instructors from around the UK This teamwork and camaraderie helps us to welcome new walkers every year who may not be lucky enough to
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WALX interview with Professor Tom Wainwright about his work in relation to enhancing recovery from hip and knee replacement surgery In this engaging session, Tom answered questions from WALX Instructors and walkers about how to prepare for surgery and get back to full mobility afterwards. He outlined his strategies that involve continued exercise and why