Waterside Walkers

Waterside Walkers is a vibrant sports club located in Perth, dedicated to promoting physical activity and fostering a sense of community. With a focus on walking, Waterside Walkers offers a range of benefits to both individuals and healthcare professionals looking to encourage their patients to lead a more active lifestyle.

Walking regularly has been proven to have numerous health benefits, including reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes by 30 to 40 percent. It also helps manage weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels, lowers the risk of developing certain cancers, maintains bone density, and improves balance and coordination.

Waterside Walkers provides a platform for individuals to join walking groups within their local community. These groups not only offer the opportunity to improve physical health but also create connexions and build a sense of camaraderie. Walking with others towards a healthier heart is an excellent way to stay motivated and enjoy the benefits of exercise in a supportive environment.

For healthcare professionals, Waterside Walkers offers a structured and supportive walking programme that complements their care. By referring patients to this programme, healthcare professionals can provide their patients with the tools and resources they need to meet national physical activity guidelines. Whether patients prefer to walk alone or in a group, Waterside Walkers' programme ensures they receive the necessary support and motivation to make regular walking a part of their routine.

One of the remarkable success stories of Waterside Walkers is Maria, a group walker who managed to improve her overall health by incorporating walking into her daily life. After years of struggling with weight, diabetes, and blood pressure issues, Maria started with just 5,000 steps a day. However, with persistence and dedication, she gradually increased her step count to 15,000 and successfully eliminated her diabetes and blood pressure problems.

Joining Waterside Walkers' walking community is easy. Interested individuals can join the Facebook group to connect with fellow walkers, share their progress, and find information about upcoming events. Moreover, starting a walking group within their own community is also possible. Becoming a Volunteer Walk Organiser allows individuals to plan and lead walking groups, choose routes and meeting places, and welcome new members.

Volunteer Walk Organisers receive training, ongoing communications, and invites to events and workshops.

The Heart Foundation of Australia proudly supports Waterside Walkers, recognising the countless benefits walking provides to physical and mental health. By joining Waterside Walkers, individuals can take steps towards a healthier future, strengthen their sense of community, and enjoy the recognition and rewards that come with being an active walker.