Quick tip to anyone inspired to walk today, but not very familiar with it: if it's snowy/icy where you are, watch out for surprise slick ice spots, especially on pavement.
I've been a city committee for pedestrian issues (coincidentally, where the article was published), and winter ice slip hazards seemed the single biggest problem. They're a way that, in an instant, a habit of walking can turn life-changing in an undesirable way.
When conditions are snowy/icy, I usually use some of those tiny carbide tip traction aids that strap onto of my shoes. Other people have found other measures that seem to work for them.
Definitely walk, but be aware that surprise slick spots are a thing, and you can do something about it.
I've been a city committee for pedestrian issues (coincidentally, where the article was published), and winter ice slip hazards seemed the single biggest problem. They're a way that, in an instant, a habit of walking can turn life-changing in an undesirable way.
When conditions are snowy/icy, I usually use some of those tiny carbide tip traction aids that strap onto of my shoes. Other people have found other measures that seem to work for them.
Definitely walk, but be aware that surprise slick spots are a thing, and you can do something about it.