The Irish Heart Foundation is urging the people of Mayo to get their hearts pumping by taking part in a World Heart Day walk in their area. All you have to do is step outside your front door and go walking on October 5 to give your heart a healthy boost.
The national charity for heart health, in association with Ecco shoes, is supporting almost 600 walks all over the country including five in Mayo, and over 15,000 people will be taking part in this nationwide event.
Mayo walks
Ballinrobe, October 5, meet at Neale Community Hall at 3pm. For further details contact Ronan Casey on 086 419 2470 or email [email protected].
Belmullet, October 5, meet at top of Shraigh East Road at 2pm. Call Maureen Downes on 097 82967 or 086 087 6347 for further information.
Newtown, Clogher, October 5, start point not decided yet but walk will commence at 2.30pm. For further details contact Heather Kelly on 094 903 0006.
Louisburgh, October 5, The Square, Louisburgh, meet at 1pm. For further details contact Margaret Needham 087 776 4385.
Tooreen, October 5, meet at Tooreen Hall at 3pm. For further details contact Helen Lenehan 087 671 6202.
Regular walking reduces the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and other health problems such as osteoporosis and cancer.
For health benefits, the foundation recommends walking at a hearty pace for at least 30 minutes or more on most days of the week. You’ll know you’re doing it right when you feel your heart beat a little faster, increase your breathing and raise a little sweat on your brow. You should be able to walk three kilometres in about 30 to 40 minutes depending on your pace.
