Start Walking Today, Even If You Already Work Out

We sit at desks, sit in traffic, and sit in front of the TV. Americans have lost touch with the most basic and unique human function: to walk. Walking daily not only wards off more diseases than you count on both hands, it also soothes the mind, inspires creativity, and heightens the mood. Even if you already work out regularly, walking can still deliver its ancient benefits.
Walking shapes the human brain and keeps it healthy.
Walking upright frees our arms and allows us to conserve energy while moving over long distances, giving us more endurance than any other animal on the planet. The ability to walk also stimulated the development of the human brain into the fascinating and complex organ it is today.
Walking is good for those intimidated by exercise.
You don’t have to be one of history’s great thinkers to derive the benefits of a daily walk. For Americans who are overworked and overly sedentary, committing to a weight lifting routine or a workout class at the local gym may seem intimidating, overwhelming, or too expensive at first. A daily walk can be an excellent and non-threatening way to embark on an exercise program and reap the many benefits it promises. Walking is a great way to escape and renew yourself on a regular basis.
Walking is beneficial even if you work out.
If you’re not walking because you already work out regularly, you may be short-changing yourself. For one thing, if you’re a runner, walking instead could save wear and tear on your joints.
Walking also offers a great way to socialize with others. Socialization has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of many disorders, making a walk with friends or family members doubly good for you.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF WALKING:
Walking 30 to 45 minutes at least six days a week along with a healthy diet has been shown to offer the following benefits:
• Shed excess fat • Strengthen bones • Prevent heart disease
• Reduce blood pressure • Improve circulation
• Prevent depression • Improve mood and well-being
• Reduce stress • Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
To learn more about the benefits of walking, as well as living a healthy lifestyle, call Dr. Olivieri at 609-886-8585 to make an appointment.