A WALK CAN WORK WONDERS: Campaign facilitated by Wellbeing SA

Wellbeing SA is encouraging South Australians to discover the benefits of walking, sharing the message that even small amounts of walking – as little as 10 minutes per day - can have a positive impact on wellbeing. Scientific evidence shows walking regularly can help improve physical, mental, and social wellbeing.

Walking is an easy way to be active and it also provides a break from the rush of daily life. You can choose how long, or short your walk is – every bit counts. Here are a few ideas for fitting a short walk into your day.

The A Walk Can Work Wonders campaign is one element of Wellbeing SA’s commitment to the South Australian Walking Strategy 2022-2032

The Walking Strategy was developed in partnership with the Heart Foundation, to support people in South Australia to walk more often and in turn, help their physical, social, and mental health.

Visit the Wellbeing SA website to read more about the campaign or to find great walks across South Australia, including information on which walks are

wheelchair and pram accessible, dog friendly or near public transport.

Challenge yourself to move more this spring and join SA’s Billion Steps Challenge, starting Sunday 1 October 2023. Track your activities and help SA reach one billion steps. For more information and to register, visit https://www.10000steps.org.au/ state-and-local-challenges/

• Take a stroll in your neighbourhood or walk around your local oval

• Go searching for local street art

• Walk to your local shops or community event

• Walk and talk – catch up with a mate for a walking date

• Go for a walk while listening to your favourite podcast or audiobook

• Explore a local park or check out a nature play space with the kids

• Get off public transport a stop (or two) early, or park the car further from your destination

• Take your dog for a walk. Don’t have a dog? Ask to borrow a neighbour’s!

• Check out Adelaide’s best pram walks and take your baby along with you wheelchair and pram accessible, dog friendly or near public transport.