Fell walking groups in Lancashire
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Why: Going for a long walk in Lancashire’s countryside allows you to explore the county’s natural wonders and stay fit at the same time.How it works: You can join a fell walking or ramblers group and take part in planned walks, or map out a route taken from a guide book. Groups tend to have two or three grades of walks: A is the hardest walk it is on average 13 miles long and ascend to approximately 3,000 feet; B is a 10-mile walk and 2,500 feet and C is a nine-mile walk and 1,000 feet. Each walk is led by an experienced guide.Benefits: Walking helps to improve your heart health and helps lower blood pressure. It is a simple way to lose weight and boosts circulation. A long spell outside increases your Vitamin D intake and it also reduces stress. Walking in a group can help build social support and make new friends who will encourage you to walk every day.
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