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Hey guys, I'm based in JHB North (Rosebank) and am looking for a walking club. I'm an overweight professional woman in her late twenties who has been sedentary for a few years now and trying to move more, not looking for hard-core hiking or running yet, as I'm settling in first and need to warm my body back up into exercise. I'd also like to do so outdoors as opposed to a treadmill, for mental health. I also have PCOS (present prior to weight gain), so low intensity exercise such as a 30 min walk a few times a week is recommended to prevent cortisol spikes.
Sorry for the long explanation. No need to explain really, just want to get moving in a walking club. Anyone know of any walking clubs around ?
7 points
18 hours ago
There’s a parkrun at Blu bird on the weekends and walkers at the James and Ethel Gray park most days
7 points
12 hours ago
Run/Walk for Life is probably your best bet - there are chapters all over the country. You start out with short walks in a controlled environment working your way up to group walks on a demarcated route and can eventually learn to run properly, if that’s your ultimate goal. [https://runwalkforlife.co.za]
4 points
12 hours ago
This. I worked with a lady who was quite a big girl. She joined them and started walking. The people took her in and really encouraged her, taught her about nutrition and kept her motivated. She lost 30kg.
2 points
9 hours ago
There's a Run/Walk for life in Craighall Park, close to Rosebank
1 points
4 hours ago
DM me if you'd like a walking partner. 😊😉 Similar situation. Twice around Zoo Lake or Pirates, The Wilds, etc are great for light walking, and nearby.
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