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Tips for Walking in the Summer Sun

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  Summer is basically here , and we are all gearing up for our summer walking season! Depending on where you live, s ummer can feel like the worst time to take a walk. The sun index is high, the temperatures are higher, and it can feel like a chore rather than a fun thing to do. Luck ily, here at America’s Walking Club, we have the tips for you to enjoy a fun time out in the summer while keeping cool and safe.     Hike Early and/or Late     For most areas, the hottest part of the day is between 2pm – 5 pm. Whe n walking or hiking this summer, plan your trek earlier or later in the day when the temperatures are cooler. If you want to do both, take an early hike, and find a good spot to watch the sun rise as the cooler air is still present . Then go back or do a different hike where you can witness the sunsetting as the Earth is cooling off for the day .        Take a Frequent Breaks     When it comes to the heat, don’t ...
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Walking: What’s the Deal?

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  Over here at America’s Walking Club, we are celebrating National Walkin g Month for the whole month of May! Walk ing. We’ve been doing it since the first people could, well, walk! But what’s the big deal? Wh y is walking important? Why do doctors and people in general put so much emphasis on going on dail y walks? Well, that’s because there is more to walk ing than what meets the eye.     What the Studies Say  Studies have shown us over the years that going on r egular walks can help you in all the following areas :    Maintain a healthy weight Prevent or manage various conditions, including heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, cancer and type 2 diabetes   Improve cardiovascular fitness   Strengthen your bones and muscles   Improve muscle endurance   Increase energy levels   Reduce stress and tension   And so much more!    There’s a T echnique to W alking   There’s leisurely walking and then t...
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Rails To Trails Celebrates 40th Anniversary With America's Walking Club

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 Join us outside for Celebrate Trails Day on Saturday, April 25! This annual springtime celebration was started in 2013 by Rails to Trails Conservancy, the nation’s largest trails organization, and invites everyone to experience the country’s trails through events and self-guided activities. Celebrate Trails Day creates a national moment of awareness and appreciation—spotlighting the joy and impact of America’s trails, and the movement that’s making it possible for more people to be able to safely walk, bike and be active outside where they live. As part of our partnership with the AVA this year, we’re proud to be able to invite and inspire more people to enjoy walks and other types of outings along trails on the day (and beyond!). With 2026 marking several big milestones and anniversaries—Rails to Trails Conservancy’s 40th, AVA’s 50th and America’s 250th— we’re looking forward to making this the biggest, best and most impactful celebration yet. Events and activities are planned ...
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