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Fifteen Benefits of Walking

Knowing the positive impact of a regular 30-minute walk could help you stay motivated. Below is a list of walking benefits.
Which of the benefits makes you want to put the spring in your step?
  1. Decreased risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer
  2. Decreased risk of cerebrovascular disease
  3. Decreased risk of type 2 diabetes
  4. Decreased risk of cognitive impairment and dementia
  5. Improved mental well-being
  6. Improved sleep
  7. Increased lifespan
  8. Increased effectiveness of immune function
  9. Greater calorie expenditure during and after the walk
  10. Reduced effects of stress
  11. Improved self-esteem
  12. Positive self-talk from achieving walking goals
  13. Improved overall endurance
  14. Improved insulin sensitivity and glucose control
  15. Alone time to reflect on thoughts, feelings, and goals for improved self-awareness and personal growth.
Talk to your doctor about your exercise plans. Incorporating short, intense bursts of walking fast or jogging for, say, 20 seconds periodically can help you achieve greater health benefits in less time compared to a moderate walking pace alone!

Source: The multifaceted benefits of walking for healthy aging: from Blue Zones to molecular mechanisms
 

5/29/2025

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