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Walking is increasingly being rated as an excellent means
of getting fit and healthy. It is a natural form of exercise
that we do
every day to some extent.
The risks of suffering an injury are low as long as you
follow a gradual programme and don’t do too much too
soon. All you need are a pair of comfortable shoes with adequate
support and shock absorption and a watch with a second hand
if you want to measure the intensity of your walk by measuring
your heart rate. The benefits that you derive from walking
are dependant on many factors that include, how frequently
you walk, the distance covered and the intensity of your walks.
While a half-hour amble through the forest might do wonders
to reduce your stress levels, it would not do much in terms
of weight loss. However, a programme of regular brisk walking
(six to eight km), combined with an energy-controlled, low-fat,
high-carbohydrate diet should cut some body fat.
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