Fitness walking is “magic pill”

Fitness walking is “magic pill”

By Angie Sutton

Walking is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to stay physically active. Many doctors and health professionals cite moderate physical activity, including fitness walking, as a “magic pill” for excellent health.

Walking is a good prescription for health because it’s essentially available to everyone across incomes, ages and education levels. Walking burns calories, improves your heart and bone health, increases energy levels and contributes to better mental health. Adults gain most of these health benefits when they do the equivalent of at least 150 minutes a week of moderately intense activity such as walking briskly.

Between work, school, running errands, and family commitments, finding ways to fit a walk into your busy schedule can sometimes be a challenge. I have 10 Tips to help you maximize your steps. How do you squeeze 30 minutes to an hour of walking in your day?

NOTE:

As with all fitness programs, please check with your doctor before starting.