Why a walking workout is good for your body

[wendy]

by ROBINA DAM, Daily Mail

As a nation of largely sedentary workers, we take less and less exercise. Yet one of the most simple forms is also the most effective - walking.

There is now evidence to suggest that regular brisk walks could be as good for us, if not better, than strenuous jogging.

Read our guide to why walking really is a good workout.

WHAT DOES WALKING DO TO YOUR BODY?

Regualr walking, like most aerobic activities, is good for you because cardio-vascular exercise strengthens the heart and lungs, increasing overall fitness.

Together with diet and other exercise plans, it can also help with weight loss and tone up muscles.

Dr Craig Williams a sports science lecturer at the University of Exeter is a firm believer in the benefits of walking, and says: 'It can improve muscle endurance as well as muscle strength, especially in the lower body.

'It is good for bones and improves the body's cardiovascular system. It also helps boost circulation.

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[maureenho]

I like to go for a walk especially along the coast.

[annie]

I try & go for a walk every day & I got a new app for my phone which logs my steps and miles

[JaneJ]

A good walk is good for the body and mind. I like a fast walk as often as I can. I have missed it this week and hope to start sgian next week. I walk at a minimum of 5 miles per hour. I can walk up to 8 miles per hour but sustaining is hard! It's nice to give long legs a good stretch