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Walking & Running

Move your body, clear your mind.

Walking is one of the simplest lower-carbon swaps – no special equipment, timetable or fuel required. And if you’ve got a little more energy, running gets you there faster.

Active travel is also an easy way to build movement into your day. A walk or run can break up hours spent at a desk, provide a warm-up or cool-down around physical work, or simply give you time outdoors.

Make the journey your workout

Working towards a fitness goal? Make everyday trips part of your training. A few extra kilometres here and there can add up – helping build fitness without having to squeeze another workout into your day.

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Feel better, live longer
Evidence from the Scottish longitudinal study