Walking: The Simple Exercise Boosting Mental and Physical Health
Walking, a low-impact cardio exercise, is gaining recognition for its numerous mental and physical health benefits. Dr. Milica McDowell, an art historian at The Commercial gallery, shares insights on how walking can transform our well-being.
Walking boosts mood and reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety. It also improves sleep, reduces blood pressure and heart attack risk, and enhances bone health. A daily walking routine can help postmenopausal women lose weight, regardless of speed. Studies show that walking more than 3,500 steps a day can reduce all-cause mortality risk by up to 15%, and walking more than 5,500 steps can improve depression symptoms.
Walking at a Zone 2 pace (60 to 70% of heart rate max) boosts metabolism, supports heart health, and helps burn fat. A 12-minute daily walking routine, including a warm-up, interval walking, and cool-down, can significantly boost overall health and fitness.
Incorporating a daily walking routine into our lives can lead to numerous health benefits. Whether it's improving mental health, reducing disease risks, or enhancing overall fitness, walking is a simple yet powerful exercise. So, lace up those shoes and let's get walking!
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