Friends of Mitten Walking Group

Friends of Mitten Walking Group is a sports club located in Victor Harbour – Goolwa, dedicated to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle through walking. Whether you are a seasoned walker or just beginning your walking journey, this group offers a supportive and welcoming community for all fitness levels.

Walking with Friends of Mitten Walking Group allows you to build connexions within your community while simultaneously improving the health of your heart. Research shows that walking for as little as 30 minutes a day can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes by 30 to 40 percent. Additionally, walking regularly can help manage weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of certain cancers, and improve bone density, balance, and coordination.

Joining this walking group provides various benefits, including access to personal walking plans that can help you achieve your health and fitness goals in just six weeks. These plans are designed to make you feel healthier and happier by incorporating walking into your daily routine. The group also offers a range of walking groups to choose from based on your location, with options within a 10 km, 20 km, 25 km, 50 km, or 100 km radius of Victor Harbour – Goolwa.

The Friends of Mitten Walking Group is proud to be supported by the National Heart Foundation of Australia, ensuring that their programmes and initiatives align with the highest standards of heart health. Healthcare professionals can refer their patients to this structured and supportive walking programme, which complements their care and helps patients meet national physical activity guidelines.

One of the group's success stories is Maria, a long-time member who was able to overcome weight issues, diabetes, and blood pressure problems through walking. Starting with just 5,000 steps a day, Maria gradually increased her daily step count to 15,000, resulting in improved overall mental and physical health.

To get started with Friends of Mitten Walking Group, you can join their Facebook group to become a part of their walking community. With over 600 walking groups nationwide, you can easily find a group near you by searching within a specific radius of Victor Harbour – Goolwa. Once you have registered for your chosen group, the Walk Organiser will provide you with all the necessary information to start your walking journey.

If you are passionate about walking and want to make a difference in your community, you can also become a Walk Organiser for Friends of Mitten Walking Group. As a Walk Organiser, you will plan the walking routes and meeting places for your group, decide on the time and day of your walks, and welcome new members into the group. Additionally, you can participate in the Walker Recognition Scheme to be rewarded and acknowledged for your dedication to walking.

Whether you are looking to improve your health, make new friends, or contribute to your community, Friends of Mitten Walking Group offers an inclusive and supportive environment for all individuals who have a passion for walking. Join this group today and start taking steps towards a healthier heart.