Cheshire East Council is urging everyone to walk more this May – to boost health and the environment.

It's national walking month in May, and people are being encouraged to try to walk for 20 minutes each day. The campaign, titled 'Take to your feet', is being promoted via the hashtag #Try20. 

Cheshire East director of public health Matt Tyrer said: "Walking is an easy and accessible way to improve both physical and mental health. Taking a 20-minute walk can reduce the risk of a number of preventable health conditions, includingcertain cancers, depression,heart disease and type two diabetes.

"By swapping a short drive for a short walk, you can also help reduce air pollution, road congestion and our carbon footprint – while saving yourself some money and getting active in the process."

Walk to school week also takes place during this month – from 16-20 May. More information and classroom packs are available here

Cllr Mick Warren

"This is part of the council's ambition to help improve the quality of life for everyone, by reducing car dependency and promoting healthy lifestyles.

"Making healthier choices and doing our bit to help improve air quality and tackle the climate change emergency is down to the actions of us all, as individuals and communities. Walking is good for us and it's good for the environment. So, show the air you care – by walking."

Go online here for tips, resources and check list designed to help you stick to the challenge of walking more in May, including #Try20 top tips.