Off Season Fitness -
Get Walking
Another new year and some extra
pounds have accumulated over the
holidays. I had been really good
about getting out and walking
during the summer, but the
colder temperatures put a damper
on that routine. But knowing
that I need to start doing
something to get some of the
extra weight off I have started
walking again. So if you are
looking for a way to get back
into the swing of exercising,
Walking may be the answer for
you. Whether you use a treadmill
or get out in the fresh air,
which is what I like to do,
start a regular routine of
walking to get back in shape.
Walking may seem like a
leisurely activity, but with the
right intensity, it can elevate
your heart rate and burn serious
calories so you can reach and
maintain a healthy weight. It's
simply a wonderful way to get
those muscles moving.
Not only do you get the
benefits of exercise, but also
walking on
regular basis can help reduce
high blood pressure and high
cholesterol, both of which
contribute to heart disease. And
just three hours of brisk
walking per week (which is
really only 30 minutes a day)
has been shown to lower a
woman’s risk of heart disease.
The good thing about walking is
that it is easier on your joints
than higher impact activities
like running, but still helps
reduce risk for osteoporosis and
reduces the risk of falls.
Finally, walking has health
benefits that can reduce
depression and improve mood and
may help a person sleep better.
So, if you are like me and can’t
get out on the water in the
kayak, start a walking program
to keep you fit and in shape for
the coming warmer temperatures
when we can get back into the
water for a paddle. |
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