Pamela Jones, RMT - The Basics of Walking

1. Your head should be held high and balanced
2. Swing your arm no higher than your breastbone.
3.Bend your arms to form a relaxed 90-degree angle
4.To speed up your pace, bend your arms to a 90-degree angle, and increase the swing action of your arms. As you swing your arms faster, aim not to lengthen your stride but increase it frequency.
5. Pull your stomach in and lead with your chest -- start those core exercises.
6. Don't swivel your hips.
7. Land your heel, flex toes up, and roll over the ball of your foot to push off.
8. Keep your shoulders down, away from your ears.
9. STAY HYDRATED!!!
10. Breathe, smile and have a good time!

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