{"id":88,"date":"2023-07-07T13:27:37","date_gmt":"2023-07-07T12:27:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thorpegardens.co.uk\/?p=88"},"modified":"2023-07-07T15:34:13","modified_gmt":"2023-07-07T14:34:13","slug":"walking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thorpegardens.co.uk\/?p=88","title":{"rendered":"Walking"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id_bbb46b-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id_bbb46b-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id_bbb46b-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr);}.kb-row-layout-id_bbb46b-d6 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id_bbb46b-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id_bbb46b-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id_bbb46b-d6 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-right-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column_736ce1-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_736ce1-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_736ce1-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_736ce1-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_736ce1-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_736ce1-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_736ce1-4a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_736ce1-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_736ce1-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column_736ce1-4a\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image_fa8e72-87 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_fa8e72-87 size-large kb-image-is-ratio-size\"><div class=\"kb-is-ratio-image kb-image-ratio-port23\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/thorpegardens.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/avery-evans-yvReo5Yb_6k-unsplash-679x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-37\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thorpegardens.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/avery-evans-yvReo5Yb_6k-unsplash-679x1024.jpg 679w, https:\/\/thorpegardens.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/avery-evans-yvReo5Yb_6k-unsplash-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/thorpegardens.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/avery-evans-yvReo5Yb_6k-unsplash-768x1158.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thorpegardens.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/avery-evans-yvReo5Yb_6k-unsplash-1019x1536.jpg 1019w, https:\/\/thorpegardens.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/avery-evans-yvReo5Yb_6k-unsplash-1358x2048.jpg 1358w, https:\/\/thorpegardens.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/avery-evans-yvReo5Yb_6k-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1698w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_aa4a72-91 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_aa4a72-91 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_aa4a72-91 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_aa4a72-91 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_aa4a72-91 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_aa4a72-91 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_aa4a72-91{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_aa4a72-91 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_aa4a72-91 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column_aa4a72-91\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Walking is perhaps the simplest and most accessible form of sustainable travel. It\u2019s free, requires no special equipment (apart from a good pair of shoes), and can often be the quickest way to get around, especially during peak traffic times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the greatest benefits of walking is its impact on our health. Regular walking boosts cardiovascular and pulmonary (heart and lung) fitness, reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke, strengthens bones, improves balance, increases muscle strength and endurance, and even aids in maintaining a healthy weight. As well as the physical health benefits, walking can also improve mental well-being by reducing stress and anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Walking is not just a mode of transport; it&#8217;s a way to connect with our surroundings. When we walk, we have the time to notice details we might miss when driving. We can appreciate the beauty of our neighbourhood, stop and chat with neighbours, and develop a stronger sense of community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Walking also allows us to reduce our carbon footprint. Every step taken instead of a car ride prevents the emission of greenhouse gas. It&#8217;s the ultimate zero-emissions transport, with no need for fuel or complex machinery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, we also understand that not every journey can be made on foot. The weather, distance, time constraints, or accessibility issues may sometimes make walking less feasible. However, even incorporating a little walking into your day \u2013 for instance, choosing to walk to the local store instead of driving or getting off public transit a stop early \u2013 can make a big difference.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The simplest form of sustainable travel, ideal for short distances. 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