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The Walking Effect

By Karl Henry

Turn your daily steps into something extraordinary.

If there was a pill that could improve your health, give you mental clarity, supply moments of peace, help with creativity, and aid sleep and weight loss, would you take it? All of these things and more can be achieved by simply putting on your runners and walking.

Health expert Karl Henry not only reveals the benefits of walking but also shares a stunning guide to the best walks in every province of Ireland. With beautiful photos and carefully chosen routes, this book will inspire you to explore the diverse landscapes and hidden gems across the country.

Whether for peace, fitness or adventure, get ready to bring The Walking Effect to life, transforming your daily steps into lasting benefits.

About Karl Henry...

Karl Henry is one of Ireland’s most recognised personal trainers and is well known from his time on RTÉ’s Operation Transformation. Karl has a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science and Sports Management from University College Dublin, as well as two personal training qualifications: A.C.E and A.A.B.S.

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