that walking is the best for overall fitness. I am a 43 year old female who has recently started walking, and I walk about 2 miles per day. I am not doing it to lose weight, just to feel better. I am wondering if someone can tell me more benefits of walking, and if it is truly the best for you overall. I have also changed up my diet, and I feel so much better about myself. Thanks to anyone who answers this and gives only serious answers.
2006-09-11 02:53:00 · 3 answers · asked by soxfan 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Walking is an excellent form of exercise because it is less stressful on the knees than running. Try walking at the speed where you are almost sprinting, this can substitute running by helping you reach a cardio heartrate.
2006-09-11 03:02:47 · answer #1 · answered by Oscar 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
2 miles a day is great. Walking is low impact on your body, and you may not lose weight now, over time the scale wil start to go down. I started 3 years ago with eating better and walking. I lost 30 pounds so far.
2006-09-11 11:06:22 · answer #2 · answered by Steve R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes that is the best exercise you Can get, as long as it is a good speed and not just a slow stroll. it is low impact, makes your heart and lungs stronger, increases circulation and is excellent weight bearing exercise for your bones. if you feel better it's good, you body tells no lies. congrats
2006-09-11 12:00:38 · answer #3 · answered by thelogicalferret 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋