Several researches prove that the more people walked and got involved in physical activities, the less chances they had of developing a heart attack or a stroke.
Also cardiac complications topped the list in the reasons for death in people who led sedentary lifestyles.
Walking is good not only for the heart but for the entire body as well as your mind! It perks you up and shapes you up, in addition to keeping your heart smiling!
The benefits of exercising for even as less as 15 minutes a day are numerous. If you are not an exercising kind of a person, you can go for a walk. Literally. A brisk walk for 30 minutes daily has similar effects as a session in the gym. Besides, walking is easy, suitable for all ages and does not involve the risk of any serious injury.
According to the American Heart Association, sedentary lifestyle is one of the five major risk factors for developing heart diseases; the other four being high blood pressure, high blood lipid levels, smoking and obesity. Regular walking proves helpful to cut down almost all the risk factors.
Hitting the treadmill reduces weight, thereby reducing your blood pressure and blood lipid levels. It improves the body’s sensitivity to insulin thus preventing development of type II diabetes mellitus which is often comorbid with heart diseases.
Regular brisk walking helps the tissues of the body to utilize oxygen better. This is very important in reducing the easy fatigability that is seen in people suffering with heart diseases. Walking also helps to relieve you of your stress making you feel calm and relaxed.
Walk your way to a healthy heart
Walk your way to a healthy heart
The heart is a muscle. So like all other muscles the heart too needs its exercise to stay fit and work efficiently. And something as simple as a brisk walk could do that for you!
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