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Shane O'Mara: The new science behind walking and why it's good for us

November 23, 2020 • Season 1 • Episode 10

Following on from his keynote at the Paths for All 2020 Expert Lecture, we caught up with renowned neuroscientist Shane O'Mara to revisit the highlights from his presentation and put the audience's questions to him.

During this episode, Professor O'Mara explains the ways walking can help protect us this winter, and his thoughts on walking for wellbeing.

He also answers questions from delegates who attended our online Expert Lecture including Dr Fiona Wynde, Senior Evidence and Influencing Officer and Life Changes Trust and Sam Evans from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority.

To listen to the full presentation from 27 October, which also features a short presentation from Dr William Bird and a panel discussion with our Chief Officer Ian Findlay, click here.