- By Priyanka Munshi
- Thu, 23 May 2024 10:16 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Even one hour of daily walking has several health advantages. It strengthens muscles, lowers tension and anxiety, and enhances mental wellness by improving cardiovascular health. Walking regularly can also help with weight control, improve mood by releasing endorphins, and boost energy levels in general.
Walking promotes better sleep and increases joint mobility, making it an easy yet powerful method of preserving general health and fitness. Here are all the advantages of walking for just an hour a day:
Heart Health
Walking is a low-impact exercise that can enhance heart health and reduce cardiovascular problems by 31%. It is recommended that all adults walk for at least 30 minutes a day, preferably at a moderate pace, according to Harvard Health.
Reduced Stress
Strolling enhances blood flow, provides nourishment and oxygen, energizes the brain, and lowers the generation of stress hormones, according to NIH.
Increased Fertility
Did you know that women with a body mass index higher than 25 kg/m2 may have better fertility when they walk? Additionally, walking may increase fertility when combined with other lifestyle modifications.
Enhanced Memory
Walking every day helps older people's cognitive function because physical activity makes the hippocampal region larger, whereas a sedentary lifestyle makes it smaller, which causes memory loss.
Boosts Immunity
Treadmill walking enhanced the immune response and decreased the risk of infection in sedentary people with stable rheumatoid arthritis, according to NIH.
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Strong Bones
Frequent walking enhances balance, posture, muscle strength, flexibility, and bone health.
(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.)