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Don't confuse with slow running as walking,both are different in executing and functioning.In walking a single foot is always on the ground,but in running runners go completely airborne for some part of each stride.
Walking is a great form of physical activity for people who are over weight or who have not exercise in a long time. It is good for both physical and mental health.
Benefits of regular walking are listed below;
Reduces risk of heart disease:
In different studies researchers found that walking reduced the risk of cardiovascular disease by 31%.It is good to walk for at least 5 days in a week .The duration may be in between 30 to 45 minutes.
Improves the management of blood pressure:
Walking helps to control blood pressure.It a good exercise for those who are suffering from hypertension .Research shows that a regular walk for 10,000 steps a day can help to keep your blood pressure level check.Reduces risk of diabetes:
Now a days diabetes is a common health problem.To control it doctors recommend to do physical exercise & be active.A regular walk of 45 minutes can help you to bring the blood sugar into track & help you to prevent from type-2 diabetes.Strengthen bones & joints:
Walking reduce the risk old age health problems like; osteoporosis & hip fracture.Walking improves balance and strength of leg muscles as a result it reduces the fall risk and reduce the chance of breaking a bone.Walking distance,pace,time were associated with reduction in hip fracture.Increases lungs capacity:
While walking we breath in more oxygen compare to when we are stationary.So a larger volume of exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide occur which increase lung capacity.We get more capacity so our endurance also increase.Helps in weight loss:
By walking you can burn fat and it's free cost.Instead of using a transport to go near by prefer walking;you can save few bucks also.For obese people a regular walk of 10,000 to 12,000 steps is key to achieve their fitness goal.
Tips:
- If you feel alone for walk, join a group or go with your family.
- If you have dogs,take them with you.
- Do not set a long distance in the beginning;as your endurance level increase day by day increase your distance according to it.
- Use fitness trackers or mobile apps to keep track of activity & calories you burn in walking
- Always choose different routes for walk; so that you won't get bored.
- Buy good quality shoes for walk as it gives comfort & provides good support and grip.
- Don't use earphones while walking in street & roads.
- Do some stretching & exercises after walking to get better results.
