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Sunday, February 6, 2011

February 6 - Take a Walk


When looking for ways to get in shape sometimes we forget the simplest things. Walking is a great workout for many reasons.

Walking is not only great exercise but it can be used as a time to reflect and reduce your stress. It can also be a fun activity to do with a friend.

The benefits of walking are not news to you, I'm sure but here's a reminder.

Benefits of walking 30 mins a day:
  • It reduces your risk of dying from heart disease or stroke
  • It lowers your risk of diabetes
  • It lowers high blood pressure
  • It protects against falling and bone fractures in older adults
  • It may help protect against certain types of cancer, such as breast cancer
  • It increases the number of calories your body uses, which helps to control your weight
  • It helps control joint swelling and pain from arthritis.
1 Hour of walking (4 miles) - Calories Burned: 437

So take a walk today

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