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Cool Walking is working with Ultimate Walking Gear to provide you with best walking gear available. Their products are the finest quality on the market and they back it up with a guaranteed for life policy! The following items will help you get the most out of your walking experience:

Men's and women's compression shorts
Flex supports for knee, ankle and elbow
Pedometers
Athletic compression socks

To have a look at this high quality gear, click here.

Why Walking?

Is walking really enough exercise? Will walking actually get me fit? Can I lose weight just by walking?

The answer to all of these questions is an unqualified “Yes!” Walking is the world's oldest, simplest, least expensive exercise. The benefits include:

• Improved overall health and fitness
• Weight loss
• Stronger immune system
• Increased energy levels
• Increased muscle strength and flexibility
• Increased psychological well-being
• Improved concentration and memory
• Reduced transportation costs
• Less air and noise pollution

In essence, walking will make you healthier, thinner, stronger, happier, richer, more energetic and more eco-friendly. Doesn't sound too bad, does it?

More detailed information on the benefits of walking can be found on our Benefits page. You can also visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Who's Walking?

Walking is not limited to any one age group. On our Walking Styles page, you can find information on Nordic walking, race walking, power walking, and even the latest craze to sweep the globe, freestyle walking.

Where Can I Walk?

Walk in the park Just about anywhere you want to - around the block, down the road, across the field, through the woods - it's your call. Walk long, walk short, walk slow, walk fast, but walk!

The beauty of walking is that it doesn't require any special equipment and can be done just about anywhere, anytime, and by anybody. Even if you are overweight, out of shape, and haven't walked to the corner store in years, you can start right now without worry. Like anything new, it's wise to start slowly and increase your speed and distance gradually.

Looking for something more adventurous? Check out our Adventures page for a listing of walking vacations, holidays, trips, tours, hikes, and treks around the world.

What Do I Need To Go Walking?

The beauty of walking is that you really don't need anything special to do it. There are some things that make it more enjoyable and safe, like compression shorts, socks, joint supports, pedometers, etc. More detailed information can be found on our Walking Gear page.

Where Can I Get More Information?

Our Learning page has more detailed information including in-depth articles on walking, exercise, and weight loss, as well as links to great books, magazines, and videos. Also included are links to our favorite walking-related web sites.“I have two doctors, my left leg and my right.” - G. M. Trevelyan