Walking is an undervalued form of exercise with numerous health benefits that can improve overall well-being. The American Heart Association highlights eight key benefits of walking, including reduced risk of heart disease, improved blood pressure, and enhanced mental health. Engaging in walking regularly can also help maintain weight and lower the risk of various diseases.

1. 8 Benefits of Walking

2. It’s easy to take it for granted.
Walking is such a natural action.
We do it every day – at work,
while shopping, while taking out
the garbage and while visiting
friends and family.

3. Many people think the only way to exercise is by running or
lifting weights.
They equate stressing out muscles and joints by running or jogging
as the only way to work out and feel better.

4. But something as simple as walking can be enough to make us
feel better, and the health benefits can’t be denied.
Walking has the lowest dropout rate of all physical activities, and
it’s the simplest positive change you can do to improve your heart
health.

5. April 2 was National Walking Day, but we can walk to boost
our health and mood all year ’round, so let’s take a look at
how walking can help.

6. According to the American Heart Association, here are eight
benefits of walking and moderate physical activity for at least
30 minutes a day:
1) Reduce the risk of coronary heart disease
2) Improve blood pressure and blood sugar levels
3) Improve blood lipid profile
4) Maintain body weight and lower the risk of obesity
5) Enhance mental well-being
6) Reduce the risk of osteoporosis
7) Reduce the risk of breast and colon cancer
8) Reduce the risk of non-insulin dependent (type2) diabetes

7. To make walking more interesting, consider inviting a friend
or bringing a pet.
• You could also go somewhere like a nature trail or other scenic area
to take in beautiful scenery while getting your walking in at the
same time.
• And then enjoy the wonderful benefits of getting out and moving
with this low-impact exercise.

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