One Step at a Time Tin Can Bay is a friendly sports club located in Gympie Regional, Australia. The club focuses on promoting a healthy and active lifestyle through walking activities.
The club organises regular walks every Wednesday and Saturday, starting at 6:30 am. These walks have a medium pace and typically last between 45 to 60 minutes. With a total of 64 members, the group offers a great opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and build connexions in the community.
One of the unique features of the club is its dog and pram/wheelchair-friendly walks. This makes it accessible to individuals with pets or those who have mobility limitations. The meeting point for the walks is outside Tin Can Bay Bakery, conveniently located on Tin Can Bay Road in Gympie.
In addition to the regular walks, One Step at a Time Tin Can Bay is part of a larger network of walking groups in the area. This includes the Bunnings Walking Group, Bravo Movers – Be Brave and Go There Walking Group, Glenwood Walkers for Health Walking Group, and Cooloola Cove Wheelie Walkers Walking Group, among others. This provides members with the opportunity to connect with other walking enthusiasts and explore different locations for walks.
The club is proudly supported by the National Heart Foundation of Australia and aims to improve the health and well-being of its members. They actively promote the benefits of walking, which include lowering the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, managing weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol, reducing the risk of developing certain cancers, maintaining bone density, and improving balance and coordination.
One Step at a Time Tin Can Bay also provides a free Personal Walking Plan that helps individuals feel healthier and happier in just six weeks. This plan is designed to assist individuals in achieving their personal health goals through walking.
Healthcare professionals are encouraged to refer their patients to the club's structured and supportive walking programme, which complements their care. The programme is suitable for both individuals who prefer to walk alone or those who want to join a group. It aligns with the national physical activity guidelines and provides a motivational approach to help patients achieve their health goals.
The club has had success stories from members, such as Maria, who was able to overcome weight issues, diabetes, and blood pressure problems through walking. Her journey is a testament to the positive impact that walking can have on one's mental and physical health.
To join the One Step at a Time Tin Can Bay community, individuals can join the Facebook group for updates and information. The club also welcomes donations and provides a FAQ section, as well as contact information for further inquiries.