
‘Brisk’ means that you can still talk but not sing, and you may be puffing slightly. To get the health benefits, try to walk for at least 30 minutes as briskly as you can on most days of the week.
increased muscle strength and endurance. improved management of conditions such as hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, joint and muscular pain or stiffness, and diabetes. reduced risk of heart disease and stroke. increased cardiovascular and pulmonary (heart and lung) fitness. This is known as weight-bearing exercise. You carry your own body weight when you walk. There are various clubs, venues and strategies you can use to make walking an enjoyable and social part of your lifestyle. Walking for fun and fitness isn’t limited to strolling by yourself around local neighbourhood streets. Walking is also a great form of physical activity for people who are overweight, elderly, or who haven’t exercised in a long time. You can get out and walk without worrying about the risks associated with some more vigorous forms of exercise. Walking is low impact, requires minimal equipment, can be done at any time of day and can be performed at your own pace.
A 2007 study of inactive women found that even a low level of exercise – around 75 minutes per week – improved their fitness levels significantly, when compared to a non-exercising group. Physical activity does not have to be vigorous or done for long periods in order to improve your health.
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Unlike some other forms of exercise, walking is free and doesn’t require any special equipment or training. It can also reduce your risk of developing conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and some cancers. Just 30 minutes every day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce excess body fat, and boost muscle power and endurance. Walking is a great way to improve or maintain your overall health.