The healing power of walking

November 2024

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November 2024

It was with a feeling of elation that Stacy reached the top of Knuckle Hill
Severe illness need not be a barrier to regular walking. In fact, walking can be pivotal to the healing process. By Diana Ward A Walk1200km-er explains perfectly how walking can play a part in coping with, or recovering from, a major life crisis: “For me, Walk1200km is bigger than walking 1200 kilometres. Walking offers anyone, […]

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