My walk-fit challenge

Determined to shed a few pounds, Merope Mills embarks on a 28-day mission to walk herself fit

Walking mind games

A busy mind will keep your feet from flagging, writes Julie Welch

The best shoes, breathable layers and pedometers for walkers

Author and comedian Alexei Sayle revels in the mercurial thrill of urban pavement pounding

Need a post-Christmas detox? A new Wiltshire retreat is high on tranquility, but low on prices

When Jay Rayner went to LA to film a (high def) TV show, he became very body conscious. How far will one man go for Beverly Hills abs?

Ed Douglas: The rapid increase in inexperienced hill walkers is undermining the foundations of a British volunteer success story

Looking for a cheap retreat? 'Karma' yoga lets you earn your keep while giving you a good workout

Poll reports surge in number of people suffering post-op complications on their return home in past 18 months

The laidback vibe at a health retreat in south India will persuade even the most cynical of guests to join in with naked massage and art yoga