by GAABC | Sep 6, 2012 | 2-Day Walk Blog, Walker Tips
Walking is a fantastic way to get your heart pumping, burn fat, and stay healthy. But, many of us don’t know how to do it properly. I know what you’re thinking: there’s a wrong way to walk? Well, yes, actually. Like any exercise, you’ll get the most benefits by...
by GAABC | Sep 3, 2012 | 2-Day Walk Blog, Walker Tips
Willpower is fine for short-term diet progress, but long-term healthful eating success requires planning and preparation. In the past, falling of the diet wagon was frequently blamed on a lack of willpower, but new research indicates that trying to will your way to...
by GAABC | Aug 31, 2012 | 2-Day Walk Blog, Walker Tips
Good news: A little more legwork can add up to a lot more weight loss. While those super sweaty, high intensity workout sessions at the gym can be an integral part of your overall health strategy, they aren’t the only way to increase your physical activity. If you can...
by GAABC | Aug 29, 2012 | 2-Day Walk Blog, Walker Tips
When it comes to starting any new exercise program, including walking, you obviously have to begin somewhere, but many of us get stuck in starting position. When you have more questions than answers, beginning a new fitness regimen can feel like a daunting task, but...
by GAABC | Aug 5, 2011 | 2-Day Walk Blog, Blog, Recent News, Walker Tips
Blisters: the most common foot problem the Medical Team treats during the walk. They range from mild and uncomfortable to the extremely painful, which can ultimately prevent the completion of your 2-Day journey. Knowing the causes and preparing ahead of time will help...
by GAABC | Aug 1, 2011 | 2-Day Walk Blog, Blog, Recent News, Walker Tips
With only 8 weeks to the Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer, if you’re a Sunday walker you’ll want to make sure that your training is preparing you to walk 10 miles on the final day. To help, we’ve put together an easy-to-follow walking training* program to keep you...