A walking group for walkers in North Ayrshire
We aim help our local community to discover and enjoy walking in the local area and beyond.
Join our group to experience the outdoors and explore new places safely and in good company.
New walkers are welcome to participate in three walks prior to being required to take a membership of the Ramblers
How Walking is good for your Health
For one thing, walking could help you live a longer, healthier and happier life. It’s an easy, accessible and enjoyable way to reduce the risks of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, dementia, stroke and cancers. It can even help treat these conditions. It’s simple, free and one of the most straightforward ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier.
Ambling in a group also means getting social, reducing isolation and improving mental health. Walking outdoors is a natural mood-booster. In other words: walking is fun as well as healthy!
How do I Start Walking?
The first step is simply making the choice to get started. You don’t need to walk far or fast to feel the effects on your health and wellbeing.
Also remember that you don’t need to be very fit or have lots of outdoor experience to start walking regularly. You could try incorporating walking into your daily routine. For example, try making it part of your journey to work. Or go for a stroll with family or friends at the weekend or after dinner. That way, it’s fun for all of you.
Begin with short, comfortably paced walks, taking plenty of breaks, then build up speed, distance and duration. If you’re walking alone, try listening to music or a podcast as a distraction. It can create a rhythm to help you walk faster too.
Ramblers membership gives an entitlement to participate in the walking programmes of all the Ramblers groups throughout the United Kingdom. Within Ayrshire there are two groups located around Irvine and Kilmarnock who organise weekly walks within the South and West of Scotland.
