What Are the Health Benefits of Walking

What Are the Health Benefits of Walking?

Walking is one of the cheapest and easiest exercises to do. Sure, all you need is a pair of good walking shoes to get started. Walking is for all people. Regardless of your age and fitness level, you will enjoy the following health benefits of walking.

Improved heart Health

As a fitness expert, I always advise my clients to incorporate walking into their fitness routines because it lowers the risk of coronary heart disease. The good news is that the risk of this heart problem can be further reduced if you gradually increase your daily walking duration and distance.

Healthy Blood Sugar Levels

My research established that walking, especially after meals, is more likely to lower high blood sugar. Although clinical research is required to back up my findings, I strongly suggest you include a post-meal walk into your fitness routine this early.

Better Mood

Like other exercises, walking triggers the body to release endorphins, one of the feel-good hormones. This a direct ticket to anxiety-free and depression-free world. In other words, it improves your mood.

What Are Some Tips to Take Your Walk Up a Notch?

Changing your pace is one of the greatest ways to take your walk up a notch. Alternating your pace allows you to burn more calories and make your walking workout less boring.

Julia Davis

Mental health expert
MS, University of Latvia

I am deeply convinced that each patient needs a unique, individual approach. Therefore, I use different psychotherapy methods in my work. During my studies, I discovered an in-depth interest in people as a whole and the belief in the inseparability of mind and body, and the importance of emotional health in physical health. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (a big fan of thrillers) and going on hikes.

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