Walking for fitness
With the sun beginning to show up more frequently, the thought of taking a quick walk is more inviting than ever. Walking is a gentle, low-impact exercise that can ease you into a higher level of fitness and health. It’s one of your body’s most natural forms of exercise. Walking is safe, simple, doesn’t require a lot of expensive equipment and the health benefits are many. Walking for fitness can help you achieve a number of important health goals:
– Reduce your risk of a heart attack.
– Manage your blood pressure.
– Reduce your risk of developing type two diabetes.
– Manage your diabetes.
– Manage your weight.
– Manage stress and boost your spirits.
– Stay strong and active.
Starting a walking program takes initiative, and sticking with it takes commitment. But when you think of the potential health benefits, it’s well worth your effort. Over time, you’ll likely feel more invigorated, and able to walk longer distances without feeling winded.