The Mayo Clinic reports that 30 minutes a day has many health benefits:
- Lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (the "bad" cholesterol)
- Raise high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (the "good" cholesterol)
- Lower your blood pressure
- Reduce your risk of or manage type 2 diabetes
- Manage your weight
- Improve your mood
- Stay strong and fit
And check this out:
According to the May Clinic, "You can forget the 'no pain, no gain' talk. Research shows that regular, brisk walking can reduce the risk of heart attack by the same amount as more vigorous exercise, such as jogging."
Could you form a walking group at work? Could you go for walks after dinner with family members or friends? I enjoy it because it helps me get out and appreciate my surroundings, and it helps me disconnect from technology and spend quality time with people I love. Being physically active can be as simple as walking. Go for it!
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