People try a lot a different fitness regime majorly a one that looks fancy but a requires great determination to follow on a regular basis and hence demotivates a lot of people to continue the regime for a long time. There is one exercise though that is both easy and effective yet underrated. I am talking about the very simple "Walking".
Walking daily for a limited amount of time does wonders, some say 10,000 steps is the goal (takes around 1.5- 2 hours of normal walking). Although there is no magical number as to how many steps you should walk but let's check if this actually works:
Walking Improves cardiovascular health: It is a low-impact aerobic exercise that can help improve cardiovascular health by increasing heart rate and blood flow. Frequent walking can enhance cardiovascular fitness, lower blood pressure, and lower the risk of heart disease.
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Walking increases physical activity: Walking 10,000 steps daily is equivalent to approximately 7-8 km of walking (depending on your height), which can help individuals meet the recommended moderate-intensity physical activity. It burns around 400-450 which is actually very good by gym and other fitness standards. Combine walking with some stretching and Yoga and you are good to go.
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Walking promotes weight loss: Walking 10,000 steps daily can help individuals burn calories and potentially promote weight loss, especially in combination with a healthy diet. To be honest it takes a little time for the results to show in the mirror but you will definitely feel lighter from the first few weeks of dedicated walking.
Walking improves mental health: Walking is proven to improve mental health by lowering stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. Walking outside or in green areas can be especially good for your mental health.
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Walking few hours a day keeps diseases away: Regular physical activity like walking can help improve overall health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and osteoporosis.
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It's important to remember that the 10,000-step target is not a universal suggestion and might not be appropriate for everyone. Before starting any new exercise programme, anyone with physical limitations or medical issues should speak with a healthcare provider.
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