Support group details
- Group Name
- Heart Foundation Walk - Cairns
- Social Media
- www.facebook.com/groups/HFWalking
- Group Description
- Walking for heart health - some is better than none (and more is even better). If you're not physically active, start slowly & gradually build up to the recommended amount. If you have any concerns, speak to your GP.
- Who can Join
- Our program includes everyone regardless of age, fitness level & location.
- Contact hours
- Where we meet
- Various days & 5 walking groups - phone for more details.
- Town/Suburb
- Cairns
- Postcode
- 4870
- Services
- Walking is a great introduction to physical activity & is as easy as it sounds. All adults aged 18-64 years should aim for 150 min of moderate physical activity each week. That’s 30 minutes on five days of the week. It’s considered ‘moderate’ if it takes some effort, but you’re still able to talk comfortably.
- More Info
- Walking for an average of 30 min or more a day can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke by 35% & Type 2 diabetes by 40%.
- Group Focus
- Building & supporting a community of walkers.
- Area serviced
- Far North Qld
- Phone contact
- 13 11 12
- Contact the group by email