fitness

Wanganui kiwiwalks

KiwiWalks are an initiative of the Hillary Commission in partnership with Regional Sports Trusts and Local Authorities. The aim is to encourage people to undertake healthy regular exercise for at least 30 minutes a day, five days a week.
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Round the bridges fun run and tower 2 tower run (Wanganui)

Walkers and runners completed either the 4.7km route around the Dublin and City bridges or lifted their challenge with the 8.9km route around the Dublin, City and Cobham bridges.
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Cycling and walking strategy (Taupo)

Council has adopted a district wide cycling and walking strategy that provides guida
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Outdoor falls among middle-aged and older adults: a neglected public health problem

Although risk factors for indoor falls among older individuals have been well studied, little is known about the etiology of outdoor falls.
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10,000 Steps Northland (Far North DC)

Just how much physical activity are we really getting on a daily basis? The 10,000 Steps Northland programme has been designed to help improve public health by encouraging good walking and recreational habits in our daily lives.
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Far North District Council
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The therapeutic value of children's everyday travel

This paper looks at the role of travel as a facilitator and provider of childrens physical activity which is an essential p
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adidas Auckland Marathon

Heart Foundation 5km Walk Auckland City sponsors the adidas Auckland Marathon which has been the premier road race in Auckland for the past two decades.
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Auckland City Council
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Living Streets Aotearoa is the New Zealand organisation for people on foot, promoting walking-friendly communities. We are a nationwide organisation with local branches and affiliates throughout New Zealand.

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