Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Lose weight and improve heart health

(NaturalNews) Many people these days think they have to follow the latest fad diet in order to lose a lot of weight in a hurry. The hard truth is that there is actually no fast fix for weight loss. It is a gradual process that involves a will to change one's lifestyle and habits. Walking is one of the safest, most effective forms of exercise that will assist with successful weight loss and future weight, health and heart maintenance.

Learn more:http://www.naturalnews.com/033308_walking_weight_loss.html#ixzz1VJcucmEB

Make walking a fun part of your day!

From Helen Wenley Short Walks in Auckland

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Sunday, August 7, 2011

off leash dog walks

Our Short Walks in Auckland self-guides indicate if there are off-leash areas for dogs available.

The Herald on Sunday Living section edition dated August 7th, 2011 listed in detail 8 areas, plus another 4 in brief.

In case you missed it – you can read the article here: Off-leash dog parks

The areas are:

1.       Meola Reef *

2.       Big King Reserve *

3.       Craig Avon Park

4.       Waiaturua Reserve

5.       Western Park *

6.       Kakamatua Inlet

7.       Takapuna Beach

8.       Macleans Park

9.       Churchill Park *

10.   Heron Park

11.   Kauri Point Domain

12.   Waikowhai Park

                Those marked with an * are currently included in a Short Walks in Auckland self-guides.

Other dog friendly sites:

Doogle – dog friendly exercise areas

FetchMag – Dog walks

Plan my Play – Dog Friendly Exercise areas/beaches

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From Helen Wenley Short Walks in Auckland