Community Eco-Challenge, Southern Group Environmental Health Committee, Riverside House, Armagh, BT61 9EG. Tel:02837515800  Fax:02837515801  Email:info@communityecochallenge.com

Calculate your Ecological footprint! Click here      Calculate your Ecological footprint! Click here      Calculate your Ecological footprint! Click here      Calculate your Ecological footprint! Click here THE ROAD TO HEALTH Not only is improving your transport footprint good for the environment, it’s good for you too! Walking is an excellent form of exercise which almost everyone can do, as it is gentle and not too strenuous. The Ramblers’ Association says that walking does the following: Reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke Lowers blood pressure  Reduces cholesterol Reduces body fat Enhances mental well-being Helps prevent osteoporosis As well as that, the Health Education Authority says that walking also improves:  Metabolism  Muscle strength and flexibility Respiratory function Concentration and memory Energy levels Immune system