The Walking Deck: 50 Ways to Walk Yourself Healthy [Cards]

Shirley Archer (Author), Ann Field (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 24, 2005

Walking as little as 30 minutes daily is one of the easiest, safest, and most enjoyable ways to keep in shape and reduce stress. The Walking Deck introduces simple ways to incorporate the benefits of walking into your routine, providing convenient ways to meet your health and fitness goals. Cards cover form, technique, how to monitor intensity, proper stretching and strolling, plus 20 specialty itineraries for hoofing it everywhere from the beach to the mall to city streets.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Walking is a widely recommended way to get exercise; it doesn't require a gym, membership dues or fancy equipment. However, those who walk frequently for fitness can get into a rut, doing the same course over and over. To the rescue is "The Walking Deck". The cards encourage walkers to diversify their routine so they get more out of their workouts." -Los Angeles Times

About the Author

Shirley S. Archer, M.A., is a health and wellness educator and fitness specialist at the Stanford University School of Medicine. An international speaker and a master trainer of certified fitness professionals worldwide, she is certified by the American Co

Product Details

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• Publisher: Chronicle Books (March 24, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811845591
• ISBN-13: 978-0811845595
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 4.2 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,099,913 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Walking: Making It Fun and Effective, May 23, 2005

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April E. Durrett (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews
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I discovered The Walking Deck at a time I decided to commit to walking a half marathon. The Walking Deck has been tremendously helpful in my training journey. I love the fact that I can pull out separate cards and easily read them while doing a stretch or exercise (as opposed to trying to crane your neck to see pictures in a book that won't quite stay open). I like the author's practical, straightforward style. Even though her tips were based on research, she wrote them in an easy-to-understand manner. Her suggestions for different types of walks like interval and distance walks and the specialty walks like meditation and breath-awareness walks were very interesting and applicable to my life. (I always appreciate any practical tips for stress release!) The variety of suggestions ensure that the deck will be suitable for any level of walker, no matter what type of climate you live in. I'd highly suggest this product for newbie or experienced walkers.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Walking Made Easy, April 15, 2005

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Virginia F. Hess "Virginia" (California, USA) - See all my reviews
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If walking is so easy why are we couch potatoes? This deck of cards is a guide to getting started on walking yourself healthy.The emphasis is on conditioning, with instructions on walking technique, toning exercises, monitoring intensity, stretches, and progressive cardio and endurance walks. The reader is led along a path to better health in an upbeat and pragmatic description of various kinds of walks. Who would have thought one could learn a better way to walk the dog? This book makes walking fun and doable. Buy it for yourself, and give it to those dear to you.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful walking, June 16, 2005

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K. Kenlay - See all my reviews
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I found these flashcards very helpful to improve and get the most out of my walking. I just slip one or two cards in my pocket to refresh myself on want to want to focus on each day.
I especially like the cards with exercises to do along the way. I never realized how much breathing impacts walking.
My walking improved 100% over the last 3 months and I look forward to planning each walk.