Walking football is a variant of football that is aimed at keeping people aged over-50 involved with football.
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An Overview of Walking Football
Though based on football, the key difference in the rules, from standard football, is that if a player runs then they concede a free kick to the other side. This restriction, together with a ban on slide tackles, is aimed at avoiding injuries.
Benefits
The manner in which the sport is played promotes cardiovascular fitness whilst producing the least stress on the body. It also assists participants maintain an active lifestyle.
Involvement
Visit your local FA page to find your nearest club.
Equipment
When played indoors, a size 4 futsal ball is used. Outdoor games involve a traditional football.
Apex Multisports Bedfordshire started in August 2014 having been invited by Team beds and Luton to deliver across the No Limits programme as well as in partnership with Bedfordshire based colleges, the university of Bedfordshire and National Governing Bod
The Football Association (FA) is the National Governing Body for football in the UK.