nationalforesttrek

A new fundraising challenge event building hope for the future by transforming lives and creating a forest for everyone to enjoy.

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It’s that time of year!

Although you may lose an hour of sleep tonight, it does mean lighter nights and longer walks. ☀️ ⏰

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After hopefully, the final cold snap, temperatures seem to be rising to more spring-like figures.

What is your favourite season for walking?

🌼 Spring
☀️ Summer
🍂 Autumn
❄️ Winter

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Spring is on the way... ☀️

With it comes, warmer temperatures, more sun (hopefully!), lighter mornings and nights and some beautiful flowers.

Is it your favourite season for walking?

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There is a lot to love about walking! 🥰

❤️ Connecting with nature
❤️ Improved fitness
❤️ Great company
❤️ Fresh air
❤️ Improved mental health
❤️ Sense of achievement

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Did you know that walking can help you avoid winter viruses such as colds and flu?

A study of over 1,000 men and women found that those who walked at least 20 minutes a day, at least 5 days a week, had 43% fewer sick days than those who exercised once a week or less.

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On a scale of 1-10 (1 being - No chance and 10 being "Where am I?")

How likely are you to get lost on a walk? ↖️⛔️

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It's the weekend!

Do you have a walk or hike planned? 🥾

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It's the final day of January, meaning the last day of the January challenges, such as Dry January or Veganuary.

How did you do?

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All smiles after the sun came out following a rain shower on Day 1 of the 2022 National Forest Trek.

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Who doesn't love a good breakfast before a long walk to them on their way?

What is your pre-walk breakfast of choice? 🥣🍳🥓

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That finish line feeling! 🏁

How did you feel when you crossed the line at the end of your National Forest Trek challenge?

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We know you took photos! 📸

Do you have photos from this years trek? We would love to see them.

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Whether you take on the 1,2 or 3 day treks there is always a full finish line set up and a warm welcome ready to see you home.

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Walking with others is a great way to stay motivated!

If you don't have friends and family keen to enjoy the outdoors with you, there will be plenty of walking and rambling groups in your area.

Why not head to the Ramblers Association to find a group near you?

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What goals have you set for this year?

An overall distance goal, to find some new walking routes or something else?

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Setting goals is a great way to stay motivated.

Try not to set goals that can fail early on.

Examples could be walking a few more miles each month, increasing the distance of your weekend long walk or signing up for an event (like the National Forest Trek!)

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Happy New Year!

Is January 1st the day that more people go out for a walk than any other day of the year?

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Adding variety is a great way to keep motivated by getting excited about new adventures.

Try forest walks, country parks, canal towpaths and even urban and city walks. You'll be amazed at what you may discover!