20 Benefits of Walking for 30 Minutes a Day

20 Benefits of Walking for 30 Minutes a Day

20 Benefits of Walking for 30 Minutes a Day

Daily walking has more health benefits than sporadic heavy exercising. It not only helps you feel good, it will help you look good as well. Exercise does not have to be harsh and difficult. A simple brisk walk each day can greatly improve your health.

The 20 Benefits of Walking for 30 Minutes a Day

1. Reduces Risk of Heart Disease
2. Helps to Maintain Weight
3. Gets the Blood Pumping well
4. Increases the Body's Access to Vitamin D
5. Increases the Functioning of the Lungs
6. Helps to Boost your Mood or Mindset
7. Strengthens Bones and Muscles
8. Walking can Spark Creativity
9. Improves lifestyle - Coordination and Balance
10. Gives you time to Practice self care
11. Reduces your Stress Levels
12. Increases your Energy Levels
13. Prevents Obesity
14. Can help to reduce Anxiety
15. Reduces the Risk of Cancer
16. Can Improve the Quality of Sleep
17. Can Improve Blood Pressure
18. Reduces the chances of Diabetes
19. Can Help to boost your Immune System
20. Overall improves your Quality of Life

20 Benefits of Walking for 30 Minutes a Day

Proper Walking Technique

A good walking requires good posture and purposeful movements

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Motivation

The most important part of any fitness program is to stay motivated. You need to start a walking program initiative and sticking with the program requires a strict commitment. 

1. Initially plan for small goals like "I will walk for 10 minutes in lunch break " or "I will walk for 20 minutes after working hours". 
2. Try to find a walking partner or join a health club if you feel walking alone is boring. If you are walking alone make sure to tell someone which route your'e taking. Walk only in safe routes.
3. Don't skip the walking schedule or remind yourself to stick to the schedule to get back on track.

Keep your gears right

1. Have a thick flexible shoes to cushion your feet and absorb shock. 
2. Wear comfortable clothes and gear appropriate for various types of weather.
3. Wear bright colors or use reflective tapes for visibility

Warm up and cool down before and after your walking exercise.

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