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Walking Exercise

There are many benefits of walking exercise. It helps to reduce weight, reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

In addition, it generates a feeling of well being and can relieve stress. It will relax you, stimulate thinking and creativity.

Here are some guidelines before you start:

Consult your doctor, if you have any health problems or if you are over 50 years of age.
Stretch before and after. Examples of stretches that can be used: knee pull, wall push, leg curl, shoulder, arm, ankle rotation and side reaches.
Choose a safe place. Shopping malls have become popular, because of better safety and controlled temperature.
If possible, find a partner.
Wear loose fitting cloth.
Wear shoes that are stable from side to side and are well cushioned.
If you start out, walk 30 minutes 3 days a week, never more than 5 times a week. This will give your body time to rest.
Set a goal and make it a habit.

It is important to use good posture:

Wear thick absorbent socks and use powder before putting on shoes. Buy shoes that fit your feet properly.

Some of the walking exercise benefits:

It is easy to start. You only need a pair of shoes and comfortable clothing. The shoes should be sturdy, stable and provide good cushioning. Since shoes are the only major item needed, it might be a good idea to buy good quality shoes.
It helps to reduce weight. The more you walk, the more calories you will use and consequently you will lose weight. You can reduce weight faster by walking at a faster speed or even start a speed walking program. Before you start speed walking, consult with your doctor. Remember, for successful weight loss, you must still watch what you eat and how much you eat.
It provides many health benefits. It helps reduce high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Good cholesterol level will be increased and stress will be reduced.
A study by the National Council on Aging has shown that walking 45 minutes a day increased the mental abilities.
In general, you will have more energy, feel better and possibly live longer.