Experts often say that walking is the best exercise for health. It has many benefits and it brings positive changes to our life.
Here are the changes in your life if you walk for half an hour daily:
It improves the mood
If you think all you need at the end of a busy day is a glass of wine or a few pieces of chocolate, you probably haven’t tried walking.
Research shows that walking has a beneficial effect on the nervous system and helps reduce anger and hostility. It even becomes even more efficient and beneficial for your mental health if you have friends.
It boosts creativity
If you are looking for a solution to a difficult problem, go for a walk. According to several studies, a walking walk enhances creativity.
Tests of people sitting and walking showed that the latter think more creatively.
You lose weight
If you walk systematically, you will find that you wear your favorite jeans more easily. Even if the scale does not make much difference, the body’s response to insulin improves, which plays a role in reducing belly fat.
Daily walking speeds up metabolism due to the burning of calories and prevents the loss of muscle mass.
It reduces the risk of chronic diseases
The statistics are impressive: according to the American Diabetic Association, walking reduces blood sugar levels and the risk of diabetes.
At the same time, it reduces blood pressure by up to 11 units and the risk of stroke by 20% to 40%. Other research has shown that daily walking for 30 minutes or more reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease by 30%.
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Prevents varicose veins
As you grow older, there is an increased risk of unsightly varicose veins in the legs. Walking has been shown to prevent their formation because it promotes healthy blood flow.
If you already have varicose veins, regular walking will help you avoid swelling of the feet and other circulatory problems.
It’s good for the digestive tract
If you need to have a coffee to go to the toilet in the morning, replace it with walking. It helps the bowel movement and helps to cope with constipation.
That is why the first thing patients do after an abdominal surgery is to get up and walk.
It helps achieve goals
People, who have a healthy routine, including regular exercise, are more likely to adopt healthy behaviors. This, according to experts, helps them achieve their goals more easily.
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