Women who don their ladies fitness clothing and walk for just a mile can burn off at least 100 calories, Ramblers has claimed.

Maria Castellina, spokesperson for the walking charity, said that investing in the right type of shoes is important for those who take part in a lot of walking.

"However if you're just starting out, or you're walking in cities or on good paths, then often a comfortable pair of trainers will be fine," she added.

Ms Castellina went on to say that people can often fit walking into their lives without having to make big changes.

She suggested people get up a bit earlier in the morning and walk to work rather than take the bus.

Her comments follow the presentation of a study at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America, which showed that walking five miles per week protects brain volume and slows cognitive decline in people with Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment.

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