The Rissoles Walking Group

The Rissoles Walking Group is a sports club located in South West Rocks, Australia. As a walking group, their main focus is on promoting physical activity and healthy living through group walking activities.

Joining The Rissoles Walking Group allows individuals to build connexions within their community while working towards a healthier heart together. Walking for an average of 30 minutes a day has been proven to lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes by 30 to 40 per cent. Additionally, regular walking can help manage weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol, reduce the risk of developing certain cancers, maintain bone density, and improve balance and coordination.

The group welcomes individuals of all fitness levels and provides a supportive environment for participants to improve their overall mental and physical health. They offer a free Personal Walking Plan, which helps individuals feel healthier and happier in just six weeks.

The Rissoles Walking Group is proud to be supported by the National Heart Foundation of Australia, an organisation that acknowledges and respects the Traditional Owners and custodians of the country. The group encourages healthcare professionals to refer their patients to their structured and supportive walking programme. Whether individuals want to walk alone or in a group, the programme is designed to help them meet the national physical activity guidelines.

The group has over 600 walking groups nationwide and individuals can easily search for a walking group within a specific radius. Getting started is easy – individuals can search for a walking group near them by using their suburb, town, or postcode. Once they find a group, they can register and connect with the Walk Organiser, who will provide all the necessary information to get started. Each step taken with The Rissoles Walking Group is a step away from heart disease.

For those interested in leading a walking group, The Rissoles Walking Group offers the opportunity to become a Volunteer Walk Organiser. As a Walk Organiser, individuals will plan walking routes, determine meeting times and locations, and welcome new members to their group. The club provides training and access to an online profile for managing the group. Walk Organisers can also join the Walker Recognition Scheme to be rewarded and receive ongoing communication, event invitations, and workshop opportunities.

To join The Rissoles Walking Group and become a part of their walking community, individuals can join their Facebook group or visit their website for more information. The club is proudly supported by the National Heart Foundation of Australia and welcomes all individuals over the age of 18 who are friendly, enthusiastic, and dedicated to promoting healthy living through walking.