PheWomena™ - The Walking Fit
"Walking is the number one exercise I recommend to most of my patients because it is very easy to do, requires nothing but a pair of tennis shoes, and has tremendous mental and physical benefits.
"This is a walking group for anyone interested in meeting for our personal fitness training at lake-bottom park three to four early mornings a week. (6:15 am) And the Columbus Riverwalk two to three early mornings a week.(6:30 am) It's up to you on how many days you choose to participate.
It will consist of warm-up exercises and walking the track and the perimeter of the park. I started this group to meet others who are looking to improve their health by toning up their bodies while losing inches through walking.
I am looking forward to walking this adventure with everybody.
Seven Health Benefits of Walking 30 Minutes a Day
Here's what you can expect when you start walking for just 30 minutes every day, most days of the week.
a 30-minute walk a day is kind of like that proverbial apple: There's a good chance it'll keep the doctor away. From helping you lose weight and de-stress to lowering your blood pressure and reducing your risk of many chronic diseases—going for regular walks is one of the best and easiest things you can do for your health, says Melina B. Jampolis, MD, author of The Doctor on Demand Diet.
Your mood will improve
Do you know how sometimes it takes a glass of wine or a square (or three) of dark chocolate to blunt the edge of a rough day? Well, going for a walk is a zero-calorie strategy with the same benefits, says Dr. Jampolis. "Research shows that regular walking actually modifies your nervous system so much that you'll experience a decrease in anger and hostility," she says. What's more, when you make your walks social—you stride with, say, your partner, a neighbor, or a good friend—that interaction helps you feel connected, says Dr. Jampolis, which boosts mood.
Finally, walking outdoors exposes you to natural sunlight, which can help stave off Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)—making it a potential antidote for the winter blues, says Dr. Jampolis
