Walking - Who Cares Right?
I do not think that you can find a type of exercise that is easier and safer than walking.
It is non-jarring (which means that is easy on those joints) and has no side effects; nor does it cause injuries if it is done correctly.
While walking is not as intense as aerobics or weight lifting, it takes longer to see the results.
If you are doing any other form of exercise, adding a steady walk to your routine will help.
Most doctors would recommend that you walk at a brisk pace for 30 minutes or more daily.
They define "a brisk pace" as between five and six kilometers per hour.
Keep this in mind - you can break that thirty minutes into several tem minute sessions, and still get the same results as if you walked the whole thirty minutes at once.
This is an easier way to fit exercising into your busy schedule.
You may be asking what benefits you will get from walking every day.
I can tell you that there are quite a few; such as lowering your blood pressure, cutting by one half your chances of a heart attack (with regular walking), increases the "good cholesterol" (HDL or high density lipoprotein) and can keep heart disease at bay by strengthening your heart.
Moreover, it is also a very simple way that many people (young and old) lose weight by shedding excess body fat.
They can keep their figure, especially as they age; when their metabolism starts slowing down and putting on weight gets easier.
In addition, by walking every day you can also keep osteoporosis, diabetes, all forms of arthritis and clot-induced stokes at bay.
This is also an excellent way of dealing with depression and it has been proven by scientific studies.
When you are outside, you connect with Mother Earth's healing beauty.
The fresh air that fills your lungs when you are outside walking does a world of good for your body; as much good as regular exercise does for your thoughts and morale.
If you are going to start walking every day; might I suggest that you go and get yourself a really good pair of sneakers or walking shoes? The best thing to look for is a pair that gives you a little extra room at the toe of each shoe, thus letting your feet stretch out comfortably.
Do keep in mind that whenever you start each walking workout, do not forget to do your muscle stretches and warm-ups beforehand and take it slowly when you are starting out.
Remember, although speed wins a race; being slow and steady will also get you to the finish line comfortably.
Remember, also, to do some cool-down stretches when you are finished walking each time; as this (along with warming up) prevents pulled and aching muscles.
Do keep track of your progress and try to walk a little longer and/or farther each day.
This is a good, healthy habit that can be a life-long friend!
It is non-jarring (which means that is easy on those joints) and has no side effects; nor does it cause injuries if it is done correctly.
While walking is not as intense as aerobics or weight lifting, it takes longer to see the results.
If you are doing any other form of exercise, adding a steady walk to your routine will help.
Most doctors would recommend that you walk at a brisk pace for 30 minutes or more daily.
They define "a brisk pace" as between five and six kilometers per hour.
Keep this in mind - you can break that thirty minutes into several tem minute sessions, and still get the same results as if you walked the whole thirty minutes at once.
This is an easier way to fit exercising into your busy schedule.
You may be asking what benefits you will get from walking every day.
I can tell you that there are quite a few; such as lowering your blood pressure, cutting by one half your chances of a heart attack (with regular walking), increases the "good cholesterol" (HDL or high density lipoprotein) and can keep heart disease at bay by strengthening your heart.
Moreover, it is also a very simple way that many people (young and old) lose weight by shedding excess body fat.
They can keep their figure, especially as they age; when their metabolism starts slowing down and putting on weight gets easier.
In addition, by walking every day you can also keep osteoporosis, diabetes, all forms of arthritis and clot-induced stokes at bay.
This is also an excellent way of dealing with depression and it has been proven by scientific studies.
When you are outside, you connect with Mother Earth's healing beauty.
The fresh air that fills your lungs when you are outside walking does a world of good for your body; as much good as regular exercise does for your thoughts and morale.
If you are going to start walking every day; might I suggest that you go and get yourself a really good pair of sneakers or walking shoes? The best thing to look for is a pair that gives you a little extra room at the toe of each shoe, thus letting your feet stretch out comfortably.
Do keep in mind that whenever you start each walking workout, do not forget to do your muscle stretches and warm-ups beforehand and take it slowly when you are starting out.
Remember, although speed wins a race; being slow and steady will also get you to the finish line comfortably.
Remember, also, to do some cool-down stretches when you are finished walking each time; as this (along with warming up) prevents pulled and aching muscles.
Do keep track of your progress and try to walk a little longer and/or farther each day.
This is a good, healthy habit that can be a life-long friend!
