Three surprising benefits of walking. What’s not to life about taking a stroll? But don’t be fooled: This simple approach to physical activity is good for you in so many ways. Today I want to explore with you three of my favorite benefits of walking. I hope that by the end of this piece, I have convinced you of the magic of ambulation.
Walking can allow you to meet daily recommended physical activity recommendations, no matter your age or fitness level.
“Not all those who wander are lost.” — J.R.R Tolkien
1. Heart disease
We begin with heart disease. Take a walk at a reasonable pace, and you will raise your heart rate, lower your blood pressure, and make your heart stronger.
I want to try to quantify the cardiovascular benefits of walking. Researchers from The University of New South Wales (Australia) provide data.
This meta-analysis sought to understand the dose-response relationship between walking and CHD risk reduction for both men and women in the general population. Here’s the takeaway message for you:
Walking for a minimum of thirty minutes every day, five days a week can reduce your risk for coronary heart disease by about one-fifth.
Your risk may drop even more if you increase the duration or distance you walk per day. The study authors conclude we should prescribe walking as an evidence-based and effective exercise approach for heart disease prevention in the general population.
2. Ease joint pain
Want to ease joining pain? You may want to try walking, as it can enhance lubrication while strengthening the muscles the support your joints. Moreover, several studies indicate that walking reduces pain related to arthritis and that walking for five to six miles weekly can prevent arthritis from forming.
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