{"id":16574,"date":"2024-05-05T10:27:08","date_gmt":"2024-05-05T09:27:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wowbeauty.co\/?p=16574"},"modified":"2025-03-14T17:06:34","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T16:06:34","slug":"the-surprising-benefits-of-walking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wowbeauty.co\/health-and-wellbeing\/mind\/the-surprising-benefits-of-walking\/","title":{"rendered":"The surprising benefits of walking"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Beauties, do you know about how much good a little bit of walking can do for you? It\u2019s one of the most accessible forms of exercise as it doesn\u2019t require any extra equipment or a level of fitness: you can really just go at your own pace and you\u2019ll see the benefits. As Hippocrates stated, \u201cwalking is man\u2019s best medicine.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYou do not have to walk for hours. A brisk 10-minute\u00a0daily\u00a0walk has lots of health benefits and counts towards your\u00a0150 minutes of weekly exercise, as recommended in the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/exercise\/exercise-guidelines\/physical-activity-guidelines-for-adults-aged-19-to-64\/\">\u00a0physical activity guidelines for adults aged 19 to 64<\/a>\u201d says nhs.uk.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So%E2%80%A6_lets_talk_more_about_the_benefits_of_walking\"><\/span><strong>So\u2026 let\u2019s talk more about the benefits of walking: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_gives_you_time_to_catch_up_on_podcasts_audiobooks\"><\/span><strong>It gives you time to catch up on <a href=\"https:\/\/wowbeauty.co\/health-and-wellbeing\/5-podcasts-to-feed-your-spirit\/\">podcasts<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/wowbeauty.co\/health-and-wellbeing\/sleep-podcasts-and-audiobooks-to-drift-off-to\/\">audiobooks<\/a><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Life can get busy and quite often when you\u2019re at home, even if you\u2019re meant to be unwinding you\u2019ll end up distracted, either by emails or the TV or even doom scrolling on your phone\u2026 walking minimises distractions and perhaps you can catch up on those podcasts and <a href=\"https:\/\/wowbeauty.co\/health-and-wellbeing\/5-thoughtful-audiobooks-to-download-now\/\">audiobooks that you\u2019ve been meaning to listen to<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youll_burn_calories_without_too_much_effort\"><\/span><strong>You\u2019ll burn calories without too much effort<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>One of the joys of walking is that you can go at your own pace, for however long you want. It\u2019s a gentle way to move your body without overexerting it and your body will thank you for it.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;<em>Walking\u00a0is a primal human activity with numerous physical and mental benefits. I recommend my clients aim for 10,000 steps a day to maintain cardiovascular health and a healthy body weight.\u00a0Walking\u00a0also aids in mental processing, providing both calming and energising effects<\/em>,&#8221; says <a href=\"http:\/\/bodyprojectpt.com\">Melody Coleman Online PT &amp; Life Coach<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helps_improve_the_cardiovascular_system_and_pulmonary_heart_and_lung_fitness\"><\/span><strong>Helps improve the cardiovascular system and pulmonary (heart and lung) fitness <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Walking can help relieve joint pain and stiffness: it can even help prevent arthritis from forming as it helps protect the joints, particularly the knees and hips. It lubricates them and strengthens the muscles that surround them.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Walking_supports_bone_and_strengthens_muscles_and_joints\"><\/span><strong>Walking supports bone and strengthens muscles and joints<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>It\u2019s the most common weight-bearing activity we do every day and done regularly, it can help increase bone strength and may even slow the process of <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/3282085\/\">osteoporosis<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Walking also helps preserves the flexibility in our joints, helping to improve your posture and strengthening the muscles in the legs, limb girdle and lower trunk.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_can_boost_your_energy\"><\/span><strong>It can boost your energy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Going for a walk when you\u2019re feeling tired may be a more effective <a href=\"https:\/\/wowbeauty.co\/health-and-wellbeing\/natural-ways-to-boost-your-energy\/\">energy booster<\/a> than those caffeinated drinks you often reach for! Walking increases the oxygen flowing through your body and can also increase the hormones levels of cortisol, epinephrine, and norepinephrine, which help elevate energy levels.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Walking_is_a_fab_way_to_unwind_and_disconnect\"><\/span><strong>Walking is a fab way to unwind and disconnect<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Need a moment to just calm your mind? A walk could be just the ticket. Walk away from those distractions at home and work and just focus on the path in front of you\u2026 taking a walk could be a great chance to disconnect from your devices and have some time for yourself and your own thoughts. It can also be a great <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30087839\/\">mood booster<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_great_form_a_mediation\"><\/span><strong>A great form a mediation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You could also take a walk as a form of mediation: controlling your breathing, focusing your thoughts and setting a pace that steadies and calms the mind. And breathe!<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Want_to_start_walking_more_Make_it_a_routine%E2%80%A6\"><\/span><strong>Want to start walking more? Make it a routine\u2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Aim for 30 minutes of walking a day if you can. This could be one longer walk, or divided up into a few, shorter walks throughout the day. they can be beneficial too.<\/p>\n<p>Set yourself a goal when planning a walk can help motivate you: it could be to listen to an audiobook or a podcast or to walk to the shops. Having a purpose will help motivate you.<\/p>\n<p>Plan to walk with others: make it a social thing!<\/p>\n<p>If you take public transportation or you\u2019re on the go: get off a stop earlier and walk the rest of the way or take the stairs instead of the elevator. You could also walk to your local shops instead of driving.<\/p>\n<p>Some people find it motivating to wear a pedometer to measure the amount of steps you do. If this is something you would enjoy, perhaps invest in a smart watch like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/uk\/shop\/buy-watch\/apple-watch\">Apple Watch<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitbit.com\/global\/uk\/home\">Fitbit<\/a> to monitor your progress.<\/p>\n<p>So\u2026 what do you say? 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