Starting a Walking Routine for Beginners

By Jessica Lawrence

There are so many reasons walking is good for you, it’s virtually impossible to talk about all of them in one short report. So, think of this as a mini primer.

Studies show that walking regularly lowers your risk of both heart disease and stroke. Walking gets your heart rate up and causes your body to burn calories. This, in turn, lowers your cholesterol level. 

According to The Stroke Association, walking for half an hour every day helps to keep your blood pressure in check and reduces your risk of stroke by up to 27 percent. Walking gives your circulation a boost and helps to increase the levels of oxygen in your blood. This actually leads to feeling more energetic after a short (brisk) walk.

Walking isn't going to build muscle as effectively as other more strenuous exercises. However, a walking routine does help you burn fat and build some muscle, especially in the legs. Walking gives your calves and your thighs quite a workout. It also helps your glutes. Learn more about walking inside this eBook.

• Language: English
• Publisher: BookRix
• Release date: Jan 25, 2023
• ISBN: 9783755430407

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Introduction

Embarking on a walking routine is a fantastic and accessible way for beginners to step into the world of fitness and well-being. Whether you're seeking a gentle introduction to exercise or aiming to enhance your overall health, walking is a low-impact and enjoyable activity that accommodates all fitness levels. In this guide, we'll explore the myriad benefits of starting a walking routine, offer practical tips for beginners, and inspire you to lace up your walking shoes for a journey toward improved physical and mental well-being. Let's take the first steps together on this path to a healthier and more active lifestyle.

This eBook is a guide and serves as an initial guide. Please also get professional advice.

Starting a Walking Routine for Beginners

Starting a Walking Routine for Beginners

There are so many health benefits to walking that it would be nearly impossible to discuss them all in one brief study. So consider this a brief introduction. Here are some entertaining and informative facts about walking before we discuss the why of things:

* Up to 200 muscles are used during each step.

* Over the course of a lifetime, the average person walks the equivalent of five equatorial distances.

* It actually makes walking more effective to swing your arms. Why? When you don't, walking requires up to 12% more work.

* There are times when walking puts more pressure on your feet than your entire body weight. If you run, this pressure may be up to three or four times your weight.

* Interested in burning more calories? Try stepping diagonally. In fact, it eliminates 78