SHE partners Walk the Walk for charity
SHE magazine is the media partner for this year's Walk the Walk event, helping to raise funds for breast cancer
SHE team at the London MoonWalk: Behind the scenes
Editor Sian Rees and a large number of the magazine team at SHE proudly took to the streets this year to help raise money for breast cancer. SHE is the media partner for this year's Walk the Walk campaign and the team walked alongside thousands of other women in the London MoonWalk recently.
And the verdict? Well here they are walking - and while it was tough, it was hugely rewarding the team agree. The magazine have supported this event right through the year and charity founder Nina Barough was the guest speaker at the first Inspiring Women Awards earlier this year (click here to see more)
And so, back at the marathon, features editor Sarah Gooding commented:
'I run regularly and keep pretty fit, with the result that everyone kept telling me that, for me, walking a marathon would be a 'walk in the park' (no pun intended). But I can honestly say that the Moonwalk was one of the biggest challenges I've ever undertaken - both emotionally and physically. However, it's also fair to say that the fact that I found it so hard only makes the achievement that much sweeter!'
Editor Sian Rees revealed her secret weapon to keeping going when the going got tough - a secret any marathon runner would do well to bear in mind!
"With two young boys at home (Hugh 5 and Freddie 3) I had precious little time to prepare for the walk, so it was a question of just keeping going on the night. In fact the atmosphere made it such a very special event and I made it round with a combination of Nurofen, three Mars bars - a healthy dose of inspiration!"
For latest news and upates - including details of money raised so far - visit the official website at www.walkthewalk.org
Get the right gear and support the cause
The new top of the range power walking shoe for this year - the New Balance 882 - has been designed with Nina Barough and for every pair sold £2.50 goes to the Walk the Walk breast cancer charity.
The 882 is priced at £75; visit www.newbalance.co.uk/walkthewalk for more information.
Other styles availabe in the range are priced at £65 and £55 to suit all budgets.
Top tips for power walking
Nina Barough, Chief Executive and Founder of Walk the Walk is passionate about power walking and an expert in this field. Power walking is a dynamic and proven way to improve your health, so follow Nina's top tips to get started.
1. Incorporate walking into your day gradually. For example, swap short car journeys for walks
2. Plan your route before you set off. A circular route is ideal so that you don’t have to walk the same road twice
3. Stretch before and after walking – it’s essential
4. Walk with a strong, upright posture, lifting from your abdomen and core muscles, keep eyes looking straight ahead
5. Your arms control your speed. The more you use them the faster you’ll go!
6. Ensure you wear the correct shoes – you need a good pair of walk-specific shoes that are padded and cushioned in all the right places
7. Make sure your Power Walking goals are challenging for you but not impossible
8. Drink lots of water – aim for 2 litres a day and always keep yourself hydrated!
9. Wear a pedometer to keep a check on your distance and time each time you walk aim to increase the speed of your short walks and the length of your long walks.
10. Power Walk with a friend - always elect one of you to be a pace setter so that you are always progressing and motivating each other.
More information
To find out more, visit the official website at www.walkthewalk.org
Where does the money go? One case study
Walk the Walk, the grant making health charity behind The MoonWalk Edinburgh, has united with Maggie's, the organisation which offers care and support to anyone affected by cancer, to create a second Cancer Caring Centre in Glasgow, at The Gartnavel General Hospital. Significant funds raised by the thousands of power walkers who pound the streets of Edinburgh each June, will be granted to Maggie's by Walk the Walk to help towards the cost of the new £2.1 million building.
Nina Barough, Chief Executive and Founder of Walk the Walk comments: 'I'm delighted that Walk the Walk and Maggie's will be working together on this much needed second centre in Glasgow. A huge hug and thanks should go to all those that have taken part in the MoonWalk Edinburgh, without their fantastic support over the past two years and their future support, this grant would not be possible.'
Isobel Rutter has had cancer and visits Maggie's:'I have received so much support from Maggie's Gatehouse and know that having an additional centre at Gartnavel will mean even more opportunity for me, my family and others like us to get the emotional support we need to complement our physical treatment. Benefits advice, a cup of tea, a relaxation session or time with a psychologist are all available under one roof at Maggie's and it feels like a home from home, away from the bustle of the hospital corridor.'
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