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GET MOVING TO STAY FIT THIS WINTER
WALK THIS WAY BY NINA GREENPLATE | PHOTOS BY ROB KAUFMAN
Lowcountry living boasts sunshine and mild, sub-tropical weather year-round. With December temperatures averaging 52 degrees, your outdoor walking routine need not be interrupted. Often described as the “perfect exercise,” walking keeps your blood pumping with compelling health benefits. Exercise doesn’t need to be complicated to be effective. American Cancer Society epidemiologist Alpa Patel says,
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“Walking is simple, free, convenient, doesn’t require any special equipment or training, and can be done at any age.” Cherie Bronsky is director at Hilton Head Island’s Senior Center and organizer of their Jarvis Creek Park Walking Group. She believes in the communal aspect of the exercise and that socializing is fundamental. “It’s good to be out and to be together,” she says. “We do live in
