Training plan

The Moonlight Walk is about having fun but safety is always important. Wearing the correct clothing and footwear will make the walk more comfortable and reduce the risk of accidents happening. You will receive a special Moonlight Walk t-shirt which will be sent out to you just before the walk. You must wear your t-shirt on the evening. Not only is it a fashion statement but also a health and safety requirement.

You may want to wear: wigs...tutus...head boppers...wings...wear what you like as long as it is bright and safe and incorporates the Moonlight Walk t-shirt!

Although some people may think that 10km is not a long way others may think it’s a marathon distance! Whatever your view training is important to ensure that you and your body are prepared for the evening. When you register you will be given a training guide to follow but here is a preview of what to expect.

TRAINING

It may sound silly but preparing your body for this event will go a long way. Don’t forget, you are walking 10km when you body thinks it should be resting. The training guide included in this pack is an 8 week programme for beginners. Use this as a guide and tailor your programme to suit your requirements.

Start off small – don’t over do it – start small to achieve the bigger goal. Start your preparations by walking smaller distances gradually progressing to longer distances. Aim to walk at least 3-4 times per week. The more you practice the more comfortable you will feel on the big night. Make sure you do enough walks of at least 45-90 minutes in the last month before the 10km to make sure you don’t have any trouble finishing the distance.

Variety is key – to make your training as interesting as possible try walking different distances along different routes. As you become more comfortable try walking up hills or steps. Include other forms of exercise into your training i.e. swimming or cycling.

Keep hydrated – although you’re not training for the London Marathon it is important to drink plenty of fluids whilst preparing yourself for the Moonlight Walk. Remember, the Moonlight Walk is in June so you may be training in warmer weather conditions. Even if you don’t feel thirsty, it’s important to drink at regular intervals when exercising. Ensure that you drink plenty of water during the 24 hours leading up to the event. Eating well will also help.

Keep a training diary – recording how long you walk each time will help you increase your goal and progress to completing the total distance.

Have fun – if you are enjoying it you’ll soon be on your way to walking the full distance with much more ease and comfort.