WALKING RX: Benefits of Walking - Softcover

Ahmed, Dr. R.

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798987857267

Publisher: Dr. R. Ahmed, 2023

Synopsis

With its long list of positive effects and negligible downsides, walking is the gold standard of physical activity.
It's hassle-free - no tools required! With the correct tactics, people of all ages and fitness levels, from complete beginners to elite-level athletes, may reap many of the same benefits from walking workouts as they would from running.

Walking is an excellent kind of exercise for beginners. Since it is free, easy, and available to everyone, walking is the ideal kind of physical activity. You don't need anything fancy or a certain degree of fitness, and you can do it just about anywhere. The advantages are vast, ranging from better physical health to enhanced emotional well-being. There is no required degree of fitness for walking.

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends that individuals get at least 150 minutes per week of moderate physical activity. This equates to a total of five sessions each week, consisting of thirty minutes each. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggest that individuals obtain at least 150 minutes of this type of activity per week to boost cardiovascular health and lessen the risk of other chronic diseases.

It's recommended to begin with three shorter walks of ten minutes each and gradually increase the length of your walks until your reach thirty minutes once you feel comfortable doing so.

When you embark on walking, you unveil a treasure trove of wonder that you may never have imagined. As simple as walking is, which is often dismissed by many as not a serious enough exercise, each step tells a story - a captivating one - that reveals hidden rewards and concealed advantages. Come with me, and let us walk the pages of this book together and discover the benefits of walking that extend far beyond what you may have initially thought.

Discover how walking has the power to improve your life not just psychologically and emotionally but also physically, whether you are walking on the bustling city streets or on the peaceful paths of nature!

Edition details

• Publisher: Dr. R. Ahmed
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798987857267
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 159