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Improves Heart Health – Regular walking strengthens the heart and reduces the risk of heart disease. Walking increases your heart rate which helps increase your blood flow and lower blood pressure.
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Boosts Mental Well-Being – Walking can help reduce stress, anxiety, and symptoms of depression. Walking triggers the release of endorphins or our happy hormones and lower cortisol or our stress hormones!
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Supports Weight Management – It helps burn calories and maintain a healthy weight.
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Enhances Joint Health – Walking lubricates joints and can reduce arthritis pain. This increase blood flow to the joints and strengthens the muscles around the joints which leads to reduction of pain!
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Increases Energy and Stamina – It boosts circulation and helps improve overall energy levels!
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Listen to music or podcasts – It makes the time fly and keeps your mind engaged.
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Walk with a friend or group – Socializing can make it more enjoyable and motivating.
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Set goals – We love a good step goal! Find your baseline and work up from there adding in 1,000-2,000 extra steps!
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Change your route – Exploring new paths or neighborhoods keeps it interesting and your mind sharp!
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GYAO – Getting outside while walking can provide the benefits of sunshine and increasing vitamin D levels!!
