The amazing benefits of walking 1200km
Sep 22, 2022
3 minutes
BY AARON VAN DELDEN
You'll undoubtedly have noticed how much better you feel after a walk; but what's the science behind these positive effects on the body and mind?
Walking gives the cardiovascular system a workout but it's of lower impact than running or cycling, so there is less chance of injury, says University of Otago sport and exercise sciences lecturer Lara Vlietstra.
It can be done more often and for longer periods and can provide the same health benefits as more intense exercise.
Vlietstra says that 150 minutes of
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