Walking
Happy family guided by UProjects to complete their Mount Snowdon challenge
UProjects offer organised or bespoke guided walks locally in Oldham and the Peak District with an offer of progression walks to the mountain areas of the UK
We work in close partnership with Oldham Councils Environmental Services who manage the ‘Lets go for a Walk’ scheme that is Oldham’s contribution to the national Walking for Health initiative.
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Oldham’s Lets go for a Walk Scheme is part of the national Walking For Health Initiative, for more details and how to get involved click below
Route guides
Oldham has award winning parks that contain graded and sign posted routes for you to follow, you can down load maps with lost of information at the link below
UProjects work in partnership with Greater Manchester Walking
Whether you are looking for a walking route to explore your local area or somewhere new or want to help someone you know join a local walking group visit the GM Walking website for help
To find out more about GM Walking and to make more walking connections click below…
Keep an eye on our events list and calendar for guided walks for all abilities from gentle short walks to high mountain walks in the UK.
You can join our walks by checking our events page and booking on line
Why is walking so good?
Alan & Gaynor on why walking is so good
You can start where you’re at!
If you’re just starting out we can help you choose a walk that suits you and you can progress with other people of the same ability, walking is a sociable activity and you will make new friends and have fun whilst improving your health, fitness and confidence.
“If a medication existed which had a similar effect to physical activity [like walking], it would be regarded as a “wonder drug” or a “miracle cure”
Walking is something that almost anyone can do; the physical and mental health benefits are numerous
Walking regularly at any speed will
· Help manage weight.
· Reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes
· Reduce the risk of certain cancers such colon, breast and lung cancer
· Improve flexibility and strength of joints, muscles and bones, and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
· Increase “good” cholesterol
· Boost the immune system
· Improve mood, reduce anxiety, aid sleep and improve self-image
Regular brisk or hill walking will
· Improve performance of the heart, lungs and circulation
· Lower blood pressure
· Reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and strokes
If you’re a seasoned walker that wants to explore further check out our more adventurous mountain days, maybe try a UProjects rock climbing taster day.
