A lot of people say they’d like to get in more exercise, but can’t seem to find the time.
Often, it’s just that you don’t feel like taking the time to go to the gym, or going for a run or a swim.
It’s work. You have to change your clothes, You’ll get sweaty. Then you need to shower and change back.
If there was only an easier way…
There is. Just walk more. You can add more walking or steps to your day simply by making a few simple changes
to your routine.
If you have a dog, you can take them on longer walks. By adding a few extra minutes or blocks to your daily walks,
you will increase your exercise and both you and your dog will benefit.
When running errands, you can park your car a little further away from entrances, Parking further away from the
entrances with give you additional steps. Walking to the mailbox will also help give you added benefits.
So how does walking benefit you?
• Walking 75 minutes each week can add two years to your life
• Walking for 40 minutes three times per week will protect your braine’s memory
• Walking 30 minutes a day can reduce depression by 30%
• Walking 60 minutes every day can cut obesity risk by half!
The best part is that walking doesn’t need to be done all at once in the day, it’s cumulative.
You can take four fifteen-minure walks and it will be akin to a single 60-minute walk. Walking
is easy to fit into your schedule. There is no need to change clothes, all you need is a decent pair
of comfortable, supportive shoes to do your best walking.
So let’s get out there and start walking!
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