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Walking

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Regular walking can give you more energy, help relieve stress, help manage weight and it reduces your risk of high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Walking is the most popular form of activity; it’s free, suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels and it can be done almost anywhere. The risk of injury is low because it doesn’t put pressure on your joints. Most people in Ireland don’t get enough physical activity to keep heart healthy.

All adults and older people need to be active for at least 30 minutes at a moderate intensity on five days a week. Walking at a moderate intensity is similar to a brisk walk; you will breathe a little faster, feel warmer and have a slightly faster heart beat. However any activity is better than none.

What is Slí na Sláinte

Slí na Sláinte, meaning "Path to Health", is a simple innovative scheme developed by the Irish Heart Foundation to encourage people of all ages and abilities to walk for leisure and good health. It uses attractive signage at kilometre intervals on established walking routes to help walkers identify the distance they walk.

1. Slí na Sláinte walking routes in Carlow [ external link ]
   You will find Slí na Sláinte walk routes in Ballymurphy, Carlow Town, Clonegal, Leighlinbridge, Rathanna and Saint Mullins. Simply follow the Km signs, set your pace to suit your own enjoyment and you'll quickly feel better and get fitter.
2. Slí na Sláinte brochure [ pdf 32kb ]

Slí na Sláinte is designed to encourage people to walk more frequently and to enjoy the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.